WarEnding

Friday, May 23

Trump admits that Putin does not plan to end the war.

Trump admits that Putin does not plan to end the war. US President Donald Trump, during a conversation with European leaders on May 19, said that the Russian president is not prepared to end the war against Ukraine because he believes he is winning. Howe...

Thursday, May 22

The US is waiting for Russia to announce acceptable terms for a ceasefire; the Kremlin has officially rejected a temporary truce.

The US is waiting for Russia to announce acceptable terms for a ceasefire; the Kremlin has officially rejected a temporary truce. Moscow has committed to sending Washington the terms that “they need to achieve a ceasefire” with Ukraine. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that these terms are expected in the com...

Wednesday, May 21

President Zelenskyy has announced plans to arrange continued peace negotiations involving Ukraine, Russia, and the US and states his readinesss to sign a ceasefire agreement.

President Zelenskyy has announced plans to arrange continued peace negotiations involving Ukraine, Russia, and the US and states his readinesss to sign a ceasefire agreement. President Zelenskyy indicated that Ukraine is exploring the option of an international meeting that would include high-level delegations from Russia, the US, and potentially representatives from the E...

Tuesday, May 20

Trump’s conversation with Putin has raised hopes for renewed peace negotiations.

Trump’s conversation with Putin has raised hopes for renewed peace negotiations. Following a two-hour discussion with the Russian president on Monday, US President Donald Trump announced that negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv would commence “immediately” to end the ...

Thursday, May 15

Zelenskyy will speak with Putin in Istanbul about a complete ceasefire and the exchange of all Ukrainian prisoners.

Zelenskyy will speak with Putin in Istanbul about a complete ceasefire and the exchange of all Ukrainian prisoners. President Zelenskyy said that if negotiations do occur, these conditions are required above all else. However, he noted that only external mediators can ensure compliance with any agreement, particula...

Monday, May 12

The US, Europe, and Ukraine have developed a list of 22 conditions for ending the war to submit to Putin.

The US, Europe, and Ukraine have developed a list of 22 conditions for ending the war to submit to Putin. The document includes a 30-day ceasefire and takes into account the Kremlin’s demand that the US bar Ukraine’s accession to NATO. The proposals are to be submitted to Putin by the US Presi...

Russia has agreed to direct talks in Istanbul to end the war but has conditions.

Russia has agreed to direct talks in Istanbul to end the war but has conditions. On May 11, Vladimir Putin proposed holding direct peace talks with Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul. According to him, the talks should take place without preconditions and will be aimed at “achiev...

Thursday, May 8

Kellogg has stated that Ukraine has agreed to freeze the war.

Kellogg has stated that Ukraine has agreed to freeze the war. The US President’s Special Envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has proposed the establishment of a demilitarized zone under joint Ukrainian-Russian control. He believes that a ceasefire “in ...

Friday, May 2

Ukraine, the US, and the EU have agreed on 22 steps needed to achieve peace.

Ukraine, the US, and the EU have agreed on 22 steps needed to achieve peace. Over the next 100 days, the US will work to bridge the gap between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. During negotiations in London, delegations from Ukraine, the US, and Europe agreed on a list of 2...

Tuesday, April 29

Russia has publicly rejected Trump’s peace plan; what does the aggressor want?

Russia has publicly rejected Trump’s peace plan; what does the aggressor want? According to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, among the Russian demands are: Ukraine must not join NATO, remaining neutral and non-aligned. International recognition of the “Russian affil...

Putin wants a new “truce” to throw a parade in Moscow and is waiting for Ukraine to resume direct talks.

Putin wants a new “truce” to throw a parade in Moscow and is waiting for Ukraine to resume direct talks. Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has announced a new “truce” in the war with Ukraine, set to last for three days – from 00:00 on May 8 to 00:00 on May 11. The truce was proclaimed in connec...

Monday, April 28

Zelenskyy and Trump, in Rome for Pope Francis’ funeral, speak regarding the peace process and the US president admits that it is Putin who does not want to end the war.

Zelenskyy and Trump, in Rome for Pope Francis’ funeral, speak regarding the peace process and the US president admits that it is Putin who does not want to end the war. According to President Zelenskyy, it was a “symbolic meeting” that could become historic if it results in joint efforts that lead to peace. Afterward, the US president stated that Vladimir...

Putin is ready to negotiate with Ukraine and reach an agreement.

Putin is ready to negotiate with Ukraine and reach an agreement. Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a meeting with the US President’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, expressed his willingness to negotiate with Ukraine without preconditions. Russian Foreign...

Friday, April 25

The conditions are not important – the main goal is to stop the war.

The conditions are not important – the main goal is to stop the war. The US aims to finalize a peace agreement within the first 100 days of Trump’s presidency. US President Donald Trump stated that he does not regard the specifics of the upcoming peace agreement ...

Thursday, April 24

Ukraine is ready for negotiations, but not for capitulation; Ukraine comments on the proposals from Trump and Putin.

Ukraine is ready for negotiations, but not for capitulation; Ukraine comments on the proposals from Trump and Putin. During a delegation meeting in London on April 23, Ukraine reaffirmed its principled stance that it is willing to negotiate. However, as Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko stated: “There will ...

Tuesday, April 22

Trump anticipates an agreement between Ukraine and Russia this week, but if not, threatens to withdraw from the peace negotiations.

Trump anticipates an agreement between Ukraine and Russia this week, but if not, threatens to withdraw from the peace negotiations. US President Donald Trump is optimistic that Ukraine and Russia will finalize an agreement this week. Discussions on a ceasefire are scheduled in London, involving delegations from Ukraine, the EU, an...

After the expiration of the “Easter truce,” the Russian Federation launched an attack on Ukraine using missiles and drones.

After the expiration of the “Easter truce,” the Russian Federation launched an attack on Ukraine using missiles and drones. On the night of April 21, the Russian Federation struck Ukraine with three missiles and 96 strike drones immediately after the so-called “Easter truce”, declared by Russian President Putin...

Friday, April 18

While Ukraine was negotiating a ceasefire and security guarantees with its partners in Paris, Germany provided a new package of military assistance.

While Ukraine was negotiating a ceasefire and security guarantees with its partners in Paris, Germany provided a new package of military assistance. On April 17, high-ranking Ukrainian officials discussed a ceasefire and security guarantees with their counterparts from the UK, Germany, and France, announced the Head of the Presidential Office, And...

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...

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