WarEnding

Friday, April 11

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce.

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó confirmed that Hungary may back Western sanctions against Russia if Donald Trump employs them to penalize Russian leader Vladimir Putin for the Kremlin’...

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...

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

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 ...

Friday, April 4

Europe considers utilizing NATO assets for a peacekeeping force in Ukraine.

Europe considers utilizing NATO assets for a peacekeeping force in Ukraine. NATO could play a crucial role in facilitating a European military mission aimed at securing a peace deal in Ukraine, according to plans being developed by a coalition of Kyiv’s allies. NATO...

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

Finland’s President suggests setting a deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that the US is losing patience with Russia.

Finland’s President suggests setting a deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that the US is losing patience with Russia. During a meeting with Donald Trump, Alexander Stubb emphasized the importance of establishing a clear deadline for achieving peace, proposing April 20 as the optimal date for this action, particularly...

Monday, March 31

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...

NATO has outlined its conditions for deploying European troops to Ukraine.

NATO has outlined its conditions for deploying European troops to Ukraine. European leaders are working on foreign troop deployment in Ukraine, which could be beneficial, but only under specific conditions, said Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, chairman of the NATO Military Co...

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...

Tuesday, March 25

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...

Friday, March 21

What would an energy truce provide for Ukraine and Russia?

What would an energy truce provide for Ukraine and Russia? Since the war’s onset, Russia has systematically targeted the Ukrainian energy sector. For Kyiv, a primary target among the aggressor’s facilities is the extensive network of Russian oil r...

Britain and the EU are in discussions to accelerate arms deliveries to Ukraine,

Britain and the EU are in discussions to accelerate arms deliveries to Ukraine, according to British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. He mentioned that he had talked about increasing military support for Ukraine prior to a potential full ceasefire in a meeting in London with the EU...

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...

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...

Experts criticize Trump’s disappointing “peace plan” for Ukraine.

Experts criticize Trump’s disappointing “peace plan” for Ukraine. According to former US Army Commander in Europe Ben Hodges, US President Donald Trump’s Ukrainian peace plan involves Kyiv’s “capitulation” to Moscow. “This is not a peac...

Tuesday, March 18

The US has outlined two stages for ending the war in Ukraine and the terms of a peace agreement.

The US has outlined two stages for ending the war in Ukraine and the terms of a peace agreement. According to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, this involves a ceasefire followed by a transition to negotiations. “Nobody is saying that the second part will be easy, but we can’t even b...

Monday, March 17

Russia supports a ceasefire, but there are nuances: Putin mentions a temporary ceasefire.

Russia supports a ceasefire, but there are nuances: Putin mentions a temporary ceasefire. According to the Russian dictator, “this cessation must be one that leads to long-term peace and addresses the root causes of this crisis.” Putin wants Ukraine to refrain from receiving mi...

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...

Macron urges NATO to begin planning for Ukraine’s security guarantees.

Macron urges NATO to begin planning for Ukraine’s security guarantees. A meeting of military and NATO leaders from over 30 countries took place in Paris on March 11, where French President Emmanuel Macron called for a plan to “define credible security guarantees...

Wednesday, March 12

Ukraine accepted 30-day ceasefire and the US unfreezes its military aid and intelligence.

Ukraine accepted 30-day ceasefire and the US unfreezes its military aid and intelligence. Ukraine stated following over 8 hours of discussions in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to accept the US proposal to enact an immediate, interim 30-day ceasefire, which can be extended by mutual agreement of ...

Tuesday, March 11

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...

Military experts have released a plan to monitor and enforce a ceasefire along the frontline in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Military experts have released a plan to monitor and enforce a ceasefire along the frontline in the Russia-Ukraine war. The Geneva Center for Security Policy has issued a document detailing how a ceasefire could be monitored and enforced along the over 1,200-kilometer frontline. The document was previously shared throu...

German intelligence suggests that Russia could attack NATO sooner than anticipated if the war in Ukraine concludes quickly.

German intelligence suggests that Russia could attack NATO sooner than anticipated if the war in Ukraine concludes quickly. Bruno Kahl, head of Germany’s Federal Intelligence Service, stated that Russia’s assault on Europe hinges on how developments unfold in the Ukraine conflict. “A swift resolution to t...

Investors believe that the war in Ukraine will soon come to an end.

Investors believe that the war in Ukraine will soon come to an end. Following Donald Trump’s re-election, investor sentiment has become more optimistic about Ukraine’s future. Markets have responded very positively to any advancements toward a long-term an...

Monday, March 10

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...

Friday, March 7

Most EU countries are against sending peacekeepers to Ukraine without US involvement.

Most EU countries are against sending peacekeepers to Ukraine without US involvement. The EU is evaluating military engagement and civilian missions in Ukraine that may be undertaken to prevent future Russian attack following the conclusion of a peace agreement. The bloc is exploring t...

Thursday, March 6

The US insists on dialogue between Ukraine and Russia to end the war; Zelensky, Macron, and Starmer will deliver a peace plan to Trump.

The US insists on dialogue between Ukraine and Russia to end the war; Zelensky, Macron, and Starmer will deliver a peace plan to Trump. US Vice President JD Vance said that the US would be ready to resume its supply of military aid to Ukraine after Kyiv sits begins negotiations to achieve peace. President Donald Trump is trying to sen...

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

Ukraine’s president proposes measures to end the war.

Ukraine’s president proposes measures to end the war. Ukraine aims to initiate negotiations to achieve a sustainable peace as soon as possible and is prepared to finalize an agreement on mineral extraction and security guarantees with the US, said Presid...

Hungary rejects an EU security guarantee draft and a new military support package for Ukraine, putting the €20B aid plan on hold.

Hungary rejects an EU security guarantee draft and a new military support package for Ukraine, putting the €20B aid plan on hold. On February 28, Hungary opposed a draft document providing support for Ukraine during a meeting of EU ambassadors. This document included discussions about potential EU security guarantees for Ukraine...

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 ...

Monday, March 3

The signing of mineral agreement between Ukraine and the US was hindered by a dispute between the presidents in the Oval Office.

The signing of mineral agreement between Ukraine and the US was hindered by a dispute between the presidents in the Oval Office. The agreement on Ukraine’s minerals and rare earth metals with the US was not signed following a heated disagreement between Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy that was televised li...

A coalition of the willing: Britain and France are preparing a plan to end the war in Ukraine and achieve long-term peace.

A coalition of the willing: Britain and France are preparing a plan to end the war in Ukraine and achieve long-term peace. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that Great Britain and France will lead a “coalition of the willing” and work together with Kyiv and its allies to present a plan to end the Russ...

Europe may need to spend up to $350B if American aid to Ukraine is cut off.

Europe may need to spend up to $350B if American aid to Ukraine is cut off. According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), in the event of a total cancellation of American military assistance to Ukraine, European nations would have to allocate an addit...

The EU will consider a large-scale investment program for its defense complex and Ukrainian assistance.

The EU will consider a large-scale investment program for its defense complex and Ukrainian assistance. French President Emmanuel Macron says that at the EU summit on March 6, a new large-scale package of financial assistance to Ukraine will be considered. The summit’s goal is to strengthen suppor...

Friday, February 28

The US will not provide Ukraine with strong security guarantees but will demand them from Europe. Britain, Italy and Turkey react.

The US will not provide Ukraine with strong security guarantees but will demand them from Europe. Britain, Italy and Turkey react. Donald Trump said that he “is not going to give too many security guarantees to Ukraine,” and “Let Europe do it. It is in their interests; it is their neighbor. But we will remain pa...

Wednesday, February 26

Trump: Ukraine reclaiming a portion of its occupied territory is on the table during the current US-Russia negotiations.

Trump: Ukraine reclaiming a portion of its occupied territory is on the table during the current US-Russia negotiations. US President Donald Trump stated on February 24 that he considers it realistic for Ukraine to reclaim some of its territories that are currently occupied by Russia, although it will be challenging. He...

Macron outlined steps for talks between the US, Ukraine and Russia.

Macron outlined steps for talks between the US, Ukraine and Russia. French President Emmanuel Macron, who met with Donald Trump on February 24 in Washington, warned that “peace cannot mean surrender” for Kyiv. Macron supports President Zelenskyy visiting t...

Tuesday, February 25

Zelenskyy proposes security guarantees based on the existing 28 bilateral security agreements.

Zelenskyy proposes security guarantees based on the existing 28 bilateral security agreements. This year should mark the beginning of genuine and reliable peace, President Zelenskyy stated on February 24, the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. “Putin will not grant us t...

Monday, February 24

The US will work to end the hot stage of the war this year.

The US will work to end the hot stage of the war this year. President Zelenskyy held a press conference at the Ukraine. Year 2025 forum. Here are the main points: The summit will take place in Kyiv on February 24 and a future meeting will be held in Europe: Th...

The White House claims that Trump may end war in Ukraine this week.

The White House claims that Trump may end war in Ukraine this week. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that US President Donald Trump is confident in the possibility of concluding an agreement to end the war in Ukraine, and this could happen as early as...

The US and Russia secretly met in Switzerland to discuss the war in Ukraine; what were Russia’s demand during the first round of official talks?

The US and Russia secretly met in Switzerland to discuss the war in Ukraine; what were Russia’s demand during the first round of official talks? Representatives from the US and Russia have been meeting secretly in Switzerland in recent months to discuss the war in Ukraine. The last meeting took place in Geneva during the Munich Security Confer...

Friday, February 21

Starmer and Macron are heading to Washington with a plan for a Ukrainian peacekeeping mission.

Starmer and Macron are heading to Washington with a plan for a Ukrainian peacekeeping mission. French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Washington next week for meetings aimed at ending Russia’s war against Ukraine. Starmer is expected to pre...

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