PeaceTalks

Thursday, April 17

President Zelenskyy’s office announces that peace negotiations with the US will occur only after a mutually agreed-upon draft of a ceasefire document is prepared.

President Zelenskyy’s office announces that peace negotiations with the US will occur only after a mutually agreed-upon draft of a ceasefire document is prepared. Deputy Head of the Office of the President Ihor Brusylo stated: “Such meetings are meaningful only when there are specific developments such that documents that can be discussed substantively an...

Wednesday, April 9

Goldman Sachs has estimated the probability of a peace agreement in Ukraine to be 70%, but the ZNPP may be a problem.

Goldman Sachs has estimated the probability of a peace agreement in Ukraine to be 70%, but the ZNPP may be a problem. American investment bank Goldman Sachs stated that bond prices suggest that the markets have assessed a 70% probability of a peace deal in Ukraine. This current estimate is notably higher than the fig...

Tuesday, April 8

Russia has shifted its stance: The Kremlin reevaluates its position in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

Russia has shifted its stance: The Kremlin reevaluates its position in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Significant progress has been made regarding a peace settlement in Ukraine, stated Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian president’s special representative, after a series of meetings in Washington with ...

NATO has voiced its position on key aspects of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war.

NATO has voiced its position on key aspects of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that NATO is not engaged in the negotiations to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. “They are being led by the US along with Ukraine and Russia. We u...

Trump attempts to use the mineral deal with Ukraine as leverage to pressure Russia in negotiations.

Trump attempts to use the mineral deal with Ukraine as leverage to pressure Russia in negotiations. According to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, after signing the deal Trump intended to reach out to Russia with a message supporting Ukraine in the economic sphere, hoping that this would encourag...

Washington has not yet discussed with the EU easing Russian sanctions to facilitate a temporary ceasefire agreement in Ukraine.

Washington has not yet discussed with the EU easing Russian sanctions to facilitate a temporary ceasefire agreement in Ukraine. David O’Sullivan, the EU’s special representative for sanctions, stated that Washington has not yet contacted the EU to address Russia’s request for sanctions relief – one of the cou...

Monday, April 7

Ukraine’s allies met in Kyiv to discuss the deployment of a foreign military contingent in Ukraine.

Ukraine’s allies met in Kyiv to discuss the deployment of a foreign military contingent in Ukraine. At a meeting of the French and British military chiefs in Kyiv, the parties addressed issues concerning a troop presence on land, in the air, and at sea, along with discussions concerning air defense....

The US has given Russia a few weeks to agree to a ceasefire before increasing its pressure.

The US has given Russia a few weeks to agree to a ceasefire before increasing its pressure. The US recognizes that Russia is violating the ceasefire that was reached in Saudi Arabia, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated. “If there are delaying tactics, we won’t be interested ...

Trump states that Zelenskyy and Putin are ready to negotiate.

Trump states that Zelenskyy and Putin are ready to negotiate. US President Donald Trump believes that Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are ready to finalize a ceasefire agreement. According to Trump, significant progress h...

Thursday, April 3

Russia has rejected Trump’s offer for peace in Ukraine. The White House now understands that there will be no quick deal.

Russia has rejected Trump’s offer for peace in Ukraine. The White House now understands that there will be no quick deal. Russia cannot accept the US’ proposal to end the war in their “current form” since they do not address the issues that Moscow considers the primary reasons for the invasion, stated R...

Tuesday, April 1

Washington is seeking partners to monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine, particularly in the energy sector and at sea.

Washington is seeking partners to monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine, particularly in the energy sector and at sea. The United States will engage in consultations with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and several European countries regarding their willingness to oversee the ceasefire, President Zelenskyy stated, addressing Ru...

Monday, March 31

Trump is upset with Putin and threatens sanctions on Russian oil.

Trump is upset with Putin and threatens sanctions on Russian oil. President Donald Trump said he’s “pissed off” at Russian President Vladimir Putin and would consider “secondary tariffs” on Russian oil if a ceasefire with Ukraine cannot be re...

US State Department: High-level talks with Russia are not yet possible. The IMF believes the war will last at least until the end of the year.

US State Department: High-level talks with Russia are not yet possible. The IMF believes the war will last at least until the end of the year. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that it is too early to expect high-level discussions between the US and Russia. For now, the White House is assessing the Kremlin’s response to Washingt...

Putin wants an “interim administration” in Ukraine and a presidential election.

Putin wants an “interim administration” in Ukraine and a presidential election. The Russian dictator proposed discussing the establishment of an interim administration in Ukraine, under the auspices of the UN and several other countries, to conduct elections and form a “wor...

Friday, March 28

Russia aims to gain control over the Black Sea food corridor, which explains its agreement to a ceasefire.

Russia aims to gain control over the Black Sea food corridor, which explains its agreement to a ceasefire. “A ceasefire in the Black Sea is primarily important for the Russians because they have not effectively controlled the Black Sea food corridor for quite some time. Their Black Sea fleet is eithe...

How to find a compromise? How does the US perceive the territorial issue in the context of ending the Russo-Ukrainian war?

How to find a compromise? How does the US perceive the territorial issue in the context of ending the Russo-Ukrainian war? According to Keith Kellogg, the US President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for Ukraine, Russia will not relinquish the territories it has already occupied. However, these territories are not lega...

The US and sanctions against Russia: Russian banks may be reconnected to SWIFT.

The US and sanctions against Russia: Russian banks may be reconnected to SWIFT. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the potential reconnection of Russian banks to the SWIFT international banking system will depend on future actions by Russian authorities. Commenting o...

Thursday, March 27

Russia has set forth conditions for the Black Sea truce to take effect; the US is willing to lift some sanctions, while the EU is opposed.

Russia has set forth conditions for the Black Sea truce to take effect; the US is willing to lift some sanctions, while the EU is opposed. The Kremlin released a final statement following talks with US representatives in Saudi Arabia, outlining its conditions for a maritime truce with Ukraine. According to Russia’s statement, the a...

Zelenskyy states that the ceasefire in the Black Sea and regarding energy infrastructure took effect on March 25. Moscow, however, see it differently.

Zelenskyy states that the ceasefire in the Black Sea and regarding energy infrastructure took effect on March 25. Moscow, however, see it differently. An agreement to mutually refrain from attacks on energy facilities, along with a ceasefire in the Black Sea, went into effect that day, President Zelenskyy announced on March 25. He explained that an ...

Wednesday, March 26

The US has reached an agreement with Ukraine and Russia on a “maritime truce” and is developing a plan to prohibit attacks on energy facilities.

The US has reached an agreement with Ukraine and Russia on a “maritime truce” and is developing a plan to prohibit attacks on energy facilities. During talks in Riyadh, the US delegation collaborated with representatives from Ukraine and Russia to prevent assaults on commercial vessels in the Black Sea. “The US and Ukraine have committed...

US senators are urging the Trump administration to utilize frozen Russian assets to exert pressure on Moscow.

US senators are urging the Trump administration to utilize frozen Russian assets to exert pressure on Moscow. In the US, a bipartisan group of senators has called on President Donald Trump’s administration to convince the US’ European allies to confiscate over $300B in frozen Russian assets to ass...

Ukraine is prepared for a full ceasefire, although Romania and Bulgaria are concerned about a naval ceasefire.

Ukraine is prepared for a full ceasefire, although Romania and Bulgaria are concerned about a naval ceasefire. Ukraine unconditionally backs the notion of a complete ceasefire with Russia, which would extend beyond the month-long truce currently being negotiated in the energy infrastructure sector, stated Ukra...

Putin intends to prolong the current peace talks to acquire more Ukrainian territory.

Putin intends to prolong the current peace talks to acquire more Ukrainian territory. The Kremlin is deliberately extending peace discussions to acquire additional territory and bolster its position in dealings with the US, sources familiar with Russian leadership’s thought proce...

Tuesday, March 25

Russia strikes the center of Sumy, injuring 100 people; Trump is outraged by the intense shelling.

Russia strikes the center of Sumy, injuring 100 people; Trump is outraged by the intense shelling. On Monday March 24, while negotiations between Russian and American delegations were ongoing in Riyadh, Russia launched a missile strike on the center of Sumy. A residential area, a school, and a chil...

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discussed key issues in the energy sector, shipping safety, and preventing attacks on Ukrainian ports.

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discussed key issues in the energy sector, shipping safety, and preventing attacks on Ukrainian ports. Defense Minister Rustem Umerov emphasized that the conversation was constructive and meaningful. President Zelenskyy’s primary objective is to achieve lasting and sustainable peace in Ukraine. &...

Trump’s national security adviser outlined the stages of the ceasefire.

Trump’s national security adviser outlined the stages of the ceasefire. A ceasefire on the front line will be the final step before signing a peace agreement in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with intermediate stages to occur beforehand, stated US President Dona...

Monday, March 24

Trump states that the framework for a peace agreement has already been established and that the US aims to finalize an agreement by April 20.

Trump states that the framework for a peace agreement has already been established and that the US aims to finalize an agreement by April 20. US President Donald Trump noted that the US, Ukraine, and Russia have seemingly outlined the preliminary conditions for an agreement to end the war. He also emphasized the importance of ongoing suppor...

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discuss the protection of energy facilities and critical infrastructure; indirect talks between Ukraine and Russia are planned.

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discuss the protection of energy facilities and critical infrastructure; indirect talks between Ukraine and Russia are planned. According to Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, proposals regarding the protection of energy facilities and critical infrastructure were on the agenda in Saudi Arabia on March 23. On March 24, Ukraine an...

The EU discusses the deployment of two peacekeeping missions in Ukraine following the war.

The EU discusses the deployment of two peacekeeping missions in Ukraine following the war. One of these missions could operate under the auspices of the UN and involve soldiers from India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia, who would be stationed along the Russian-Ukrainian border. The se...

How is the Kremlin trying to drive Kyiv and Washington apart and disrupt peace talks?

How is the Kremlin trying to drive Kyiv and Washington apart and disrupt peace talks? The Kremlin is ramping up its campaign to discredit Ukraine. As reported by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russia shelled the Sudzha gas metering station in the Kursk region and bla...

Friday, March 21

The US, Ukraine, and Russia will hold parallel talks in Riyadh on March 24.

The US, Ukraine, and Russia will hold parallel talks in Riyadh on March 24. Russia aims to revive the Black Sea Grain Initiative. The next round of talks between the US and Russia regarding a ceasefire and ending the war in Ukraine will not involve senior US officials. The me...

Thursday, March 20

Trump: Efforts to end the war in Ukraine are progressing; Moscow, Washington, and Kyiv are arranging new talks.

Trump: Efforts to end the war in Ukraine are progressing; Moscow, Washington, and Kyiv are arranging new talks. Commenting on his discussion with the Russian leader, US President Donald Trump noted that both the Kremlin chief and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wish for the war to conclude. “This p...

Ukraine is still committed to a mutual agreement to cease attacks on energy infrastructure despite Moscow’s massive air attack immediately after talks with Washington.

Ukraine is still committed to a mutual agreement to cease attacks on energy infrastructure despite Moscow’s massive air attack immediately after talks with Washington. “We are ready for such a step if it is carried out by both sides. That is, when we agree on this with mediation from the American side and on the condition that the US is the guarantor of this a...

The Trump-Putin call fails to meet expectations as the Kremlin continues to evade a ceasefire in order to gain additional concessions from the US.

The Trump-Putin call fails to meet expectations as the Kremlin continues to evade a ceasefire in order to gain additional concessions from the US. The outcome of the telephone conversation with Putin was far from what the US president had hoped for. The NYT highlights that Putin agreed only to a limited ceasefire but refused a complete end to ho...

Wednesday, March 19

Russia agrees to limit its attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure and energy sector for 30 days but will not commit to a truce.

Russia agrees to limit its attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure and energy sector for 30 days but will not commit to a truce. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, following a conversation between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, noted that the presidents agreed to continue “technical negotiations” on a c...

Monday, March 17

The US continued negotiations with Russia over the weekend and announced new details for Monday.

The US continued negotiations with Russia over the weekend and announced new details for Monday. On a March 15 phone conversation, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov the US’ military operations against the Houthis and ongoing peace talks ...

Ukraine is getting ready for peace talks.

Ukraine is getting ready for peace talks. President Zelenskyy has ordered the formation of a Ukrainian delegation to work with international partners in ensuring a negotiation process aimed at achieving a just peace. The team is led by Andriy...

Thursday, March 13

Ukraine and the US will discuss the conditions and control of the ceasefire next week.

Ukraine and the US will discuss the conditions and control of the ceasefire next week. According to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak, during the meeting in Jeddah the parties discussed various options for Ukraine’s security guarantees. “These ...

Russia is awaiting details of the 30-day ceasefire plan from the US, according to the Kremlin.

Russia is awaiting details of the 30-day ceasefire plan from the US, according to the Kremlin. However, Reuters sources indicate that Russian leader Putin is unlikely to accept the US’ proposed truce. Moscow perceives this as a trap, and it would be challenging for the Kremlin leader to h...

Tuesday, March 11

In Saudi Arabia, Ukraine will propose a partial ceasefire to encourage the US to resume providing assistance.

In Saudi Arabia, Ukraine will propose a partial ceasefire to encourage the US to resume providing assistance. During bilateral talks in Saudi Arabia, Ukraine will seek to convince the US to restore military and intelligence support. Kyiv plans to present initiatives that, according to its assessments, will ea...

Turkey is prepared to take any steps necessary to establish peace in Ukraine and supports Zelenskyy’s initiative for a temporary ceasefire.

Turkey is prepared to take any steps necessary to establish peace in Ukraine and supports Zelenskyy’s initiative for a temporary ceasefire. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated this in an address to representatives from EU countries. “We are ready to make any contribution, including facilitating a negotiation process, to es...

Brussels seeks to determine the EU’s role in a peace agreement in collaboration with Kyiv. The US insists that Europe should offer security guarantees for Ukraine.

Brussels seeks to determine the EU’s role in a peace agreement in collaboration with Kyiv. The US insists that Europe should offer security guarantees for Ukraine. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen believes that the decision on what the EU can contribute in a future peace agreement for Ukraine will emerge through close collaboration with Ukraini...

Monday, March 10

Ukraine and the US will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss peace.

Ukraine and the US will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss peace. Today, March 10, President Zelenskyy visits Saudi Arabia to speak with the Saudi Arabian prince. Additionally, a meeting between US and Ukrainian delegations to discuss peace matters and a potential c...

Ukraine is determined to sign a mineral agreement with the US, but Trump insists on a ceasefire before proceeding.

Ukraine is determined to sign a mineral agreement with the US, but Trump insists on a ceasefire before proceeding. Ukrainian leadership is keen to finalize this mineral agreement, which is crucial for the two nations’ partnership, according to Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi, who made the statement...

EU countries will provide Ukraine with an additional €15B.

EU countries will provide Ukraine with an additional €15B. Several EU countries have pledged to provide Ukraine with additional financial assistance of €15B, European Council President Antonio Costa said after an EU summit in Brussels. The decision is part of...

Friday, March 7

The US State Department has acknowledged that the war in Ukraine has evolved into a “proxy war” between the US and Russia.

The US State Department has acknowledged that the war in Ukraine has evolved into a “proxy war” between the US and Russia. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterized the war in Ukraine as a “proxy war” between the US and Russia. “President Trump perceives the war in Ukraine as a protracted conflict,...

Thursday, March 6

What were Trump’s comments concerning Ukraine during his address of the US Congress?

What were Trump’s comments concerning Ukraine during his address of the US Congress? On March 5, US President Donald Trump mentioned that he received a message (a social media post) from Volodymyr Zelenskyy regarding his willingness to come to the negotiating table to establish peace ...

Wednesday, March 5

Putin has received great incentives from the US to continue the war and achieve better results at the front.

Putin has received great incentives from the US to continue the war and achieve better results at the front. A prolonged blockage of American aid will have disastrous consequences for Ukraine. When Trump’s Republican allies forced Congress to suspend arms supplies in 2023, it resulted in a lull on the front,...

Tuesday, March 4

Tusk: Ukraine’s allies, including Europe, Turkey, and Canada, should prepare a clear plan for negotiations with Russia.

Tusk: Ukraine’s allies, including Europe, Turkey, and Canada, should prepare a clear plan for negotiations with Russia. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the allies need to develop a clear and systematic strategy for peace talks with Russia. Tusk also believes that Europe, Turkey, and Canada should actively...

Europe Plus: The EU is preparing a ceasefire plan and laying the groundwork for a reconciliation between Zelenskyy and Trump.

Europe Plus: The EU is preparing a ceasefire plan and laying the groundwork for a reconciliation between Zelenskyy and Trump. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other European leaders used a security summit in London to express support for Ukraine while also seeking to revive dialogue between President Zelenskyy and US ...

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