World - War in Ukraine

Russia to hold espionage hearing against French researcher

A Russian court is expected to outline fresh espionage charges Monday against a French researcher, already serving a three-year sentence, the latest in a string of Westerners to face decades in prison amid the Ukraine offensive.

Zelensky calls for Putin talks as peace efforts stall

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday a meeting with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin would be "the most effective way forward" amid stalled diplomatic attempts to end the war as he celebrated Ukraine's Independence Day.

Russia and Ukraine each send back 146 POWs: Moscow

Russia and Ukraine each sent back 146 prisoners of war on Sunday, Moscow's defence ministry said, the latest in a series of exchanges that has seen hundreds of POWs released this year.

Ukraine marks independence day with drone strikes on Russia

Ukraine launched a wave of drone strikes on Russia Sunday, triggering a fire at a nuclear power plant as it celebrated Ukrainian independence day against a backdrop of fading hopes for recent peace efforts.

Fire at nuclear plant after Russia downs Ukrainian drone

A fire broke out Sunday at a Russian nuclear power plant after the country's military downed a Ukrainian drone, the facility said after the blaze was put out.

Russia rejects Zelensky meeting as diplomatic tension simmers

Russia Friday ruled out an immediate meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky, as diplomatic tension escalated with the Ukrainian president and US mediation efforts appeared to stumble.

NATO chief calls for 'robust security guarantees' on Ukraine visit

The head of NATO on Friday called for "robust" security guarantees for Ukraine to ensure Russia upholds any potential peace deal and "never again" attempts to invade Ukraine.

Hungary says ready to host Ukraine peace talks

Hungary, Moscow's and Donald Trump's closest ally in the EU, said Thursday it was ready to host Ukraine peace talks.

First security guarantees, then Putin summit: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he could meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but only after his allies agreed on security guarantees for Ukraine that would deter future Russian attacks once the fighting stops.

How Europe tried to speak Trump

A careful selection of cast and roles and a clear strategy to avoid deadlocks. European leaders' charm offensive on Donald Trump to foster Ukraine's cause this week was hastily arranged but followed a scripted plan, say European sources.

Erdogan tells Putin Turkey backs Ukraine peace talks involving 'all parties': Presidency

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday informed his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin by phone that Turkey would support a process involving "all parties" for peace in Ukraine, the Turkish presidency said.

Trump says Ukraine deal would help him 'get to heaven'

Donald Trump said Tuesday that a Ukraine peace deal could boost his chances of getting to heaven -- joking that his odds of making it through the pearly gates are currently low.

Putin and Zelensky set for peace summit after Trump talks

Russian and Ukrainian presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky looked set for a peace summit after fast-moving talks Monday between Donald Trump and European leaders that focused on the key issue of long-term security guarantees for Kyiv.

Trump welcomes Zelensky with fresh optimism on peace deal

US President Donald Trump raised hopes of a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia Monday as he gave President Volodymyr Zelensky a friendly welcome for high-stakes talks at the White House.

Security guarantees for Ukraine: What's on the table

US President Donald Trump has suggested potential security guarantees for Ukraine as part of a future peace deal with Russia. But their scope and implementation remain unclear.

Zelensky, European leaders head to US for talks on peace deal terms

US President Donald Trump said reclaiming Crimea or entering NATO were off the table for Ukraine, as President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Washington for Monday talks aimed at ending the war with Russia.

US envoy Witkoff 'hopeful' for 'productive' meeting on Ukraine conflict on Monday

US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin agreed to "robust security guarantees" for Ukraine during their high-stakes summit in Alaska, a top White House envoy said Sunday, adding that he was hopeful for a "productive meeting" with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders the next day.

European leaders to join Zelensky for Ukraine talks with Trump

European leaders will join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his visit to Washington on Monday seeking an end to Moscow's invasion, after President Donald Trump dropped his push for a ceasefire following his Alaska summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

Trump-Putin summit: What we know

Here are the outcomes of a summit meeting on Ukraine between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, based on statements from Saturday:

Germany proposes Trump-Putin-Zelensky summit be held in Europe

A three-way summit US President Donald Trump has mooted with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin could take place in Europe, Germany's leader suggested on Saturday.

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