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Monday, April 14

April’s second deadly missile strike: Russia kills dozens and wounds hundreds in Sumy.

April’s second deadly missile strike: Russia kills dozens and wounds hundreds in Sumy. Only one week after the Kryviy Rih tragedy, on April 13 Russia attacked the center of Sumy with ballistic missiles, killing 34 civilians and injuring over 100 others, among them 11 children. The Forei...

Trump has extended the previously imposed US restrictions on Russia while Kyiv prepares new shadow fleet sanctions.

Trump has extended the previously imposed US restrictions on Russia while Kyiv prepares new shadow fleet sanctions. US President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against the Russian Federation, which were initially imposed in April 2021 by former US President Biden, due to the Russian gove...

Thursday, April 10

To compensate for its shortage of US-made weapons, Ukraine is ready to purchase military equipment from the US.

To compensate for its shortage of US-made weapons, Ukraine is ready to purchase military equipment from the US. President Zelenskyy stated that the nation is willing to buy the next tranche of military assistance from the US. However, it still awaits a reply from the White House on the prospects of the US conti...

The US State Department has called China a key Russian ally in the war against Ukraine.

The US State Department has called China a key Russian ally in the war against Ukraine. This statement was made by State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, who commented on reports that the Ukrainian military had captured two Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russia. She also highlig...

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...

Russian occupation forces have slowed their advance in Ukraine but are preparing a new offensive in several directions.

Russian occupation forces have slowed their advance in Ukraine but are preparing a new offensive in several directions. The UK Ministry of Defense noted that the Russian occupation forces’ advance in Ukraine has decelerated since the beginning of 2025. In March, Russian troops captured 143 square kilometers of Uk...

Thursday, April 3

Ukraine and Russia both present evidence of energy truce violations to the US.

Ukraine and Russia both present evidence of energy truce violations to the US. Ukraine has provided the US with confirmation of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, which breaches the ceasefire agreement. President Zelenskyy notes that Ukraine has documented every violation...

Latvia will send Ukraine 1,500 drones, and Germany will provide an additional €11.25B military assistance package.

Latvia will send Ukraine 1,500 drones, and Germany will provide an additional €11.25B military assistance package. As part of a Latvian support package, the Armed Forces of Ukraine will receive 1,500 new combat drones. In total, two Latvian companies will deliver 12,000 drones to Ukraine worth €17M in the first ha...

Wednesday, April 2

Ukraine has resumed mineral deal negotiations with the US.

Ukraine has resumed mineral deal negotiations with the US. Donald Trump, speaking to reporters at the White House, stated that Volodymyr Zelenskyy is attempting to renegotiate the rare earth metals agreement. “You know, we’ve done something becaus...

Tuesday, April 1

Trump accuses Zelenskyy of planning to abandon the mineral agreement and threatens Ukraine with consequences.

Trump accuses Zelenskyy of planning to abandon the mineral agreement and threatens Ukraine with consequences. US President Donald Trump stated that President Zelenskyy intends to abandon the extraction agreement and warned that such a decision would lead to “significant problems.” “He is loo...

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

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...

Ukraine balks at signing a reworked mineral deal with the US and will insist on increasing investment volumes.

Ukraine balks at signing a reworked mineral deal with the US and will insist on increasing investment volumes. Senior Ukrainian officials indicate that the new mineral agreement draft proposed by the US has little chance of being finalized in its current state. They argue that the agreement gives the impressio...

Friday, March 28

France to provide €2B in military aid to Ukraine and is considering the provision of additional Mirage fighter jets.

France to provide €2B in military aid to Ukraine and is considering the provision of additional Mirage fighter jets. French President Emmanuel Macron announced €2B in Ukrainian military aid during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He added that the new package will include MILAN anti-tank missi...

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...

Thursday, March 27

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 ...

Tuesday, March 25

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. &...

Monday, March 24

Witkoff: The status of the occupied territories is the primary issue in resolving the war in Ukraine.

Witkoff: The status of the occupied territories is the primary issue in resolving the war in Ukraine. The US President’s Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steven Witkoff, referred to Ukraine’s occupied territories as Russian-speaking regions and proposed conducting a so-called referendum. ...

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...

Friday, March 21

Zelenskyy and Trump have discussed the fate of the Zaporizhzhia NPP.

Zelenskyy and Trump have discussed the fate of the Zaporizhzhia NPP. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reported that US President Donald Trump, during a phone conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, proposed transferring Ukrainian nuclear power plants to US o...

Zelenskyy after conversation with Trump: Currently, only the possibility of a partial ceasefire is under discussion. Ukraine will prepare a list of prohibited targets for attacks.

Zelenskyy after conversation with Trump: Currently, only the possibility of a partial ceasefire is under discussion. Ukraine will prepare a list of prohibited targets for attacks. After the phone call between the American and Ukrainian presidents, Volodymyr Zelenskyy was asked if it’s realistic to achieve a complete ceasefire in a few weeks, as stated by Trump’s special e...

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...

Russia conducts a massive air raid on a city in central Ukraine, while the Armed Forces of Ukraine target the Engels airfield.

Russia conducts a massive air raid on a city in central Ukraine, while the Armed Forces of Ukraine target the Engels airfield. Putin demonstrated his stance toward the initiative to establish peace in Ukraine by shelling the Kirovohrad region. “Despite its propaganda statements, Russia’s strikes on Ukraine continu...

The EU aims to secure €5B for Ukrainian munitions.

The EU aims to secure €5B for Ukrainian munitions. EU officials are developing a strategy to allocate €5B for ammunition, as an agreement on the €40B Ukrainian military aid package remains pending, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Securi...

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...

Tuesday, March 18

Germany transfers a new defense aid package to Ukraine with air defense ammunition, tanks, and artillery.

Germany transfers a new defense aid package to Ukraine with air defense ammunition, tanks, and artillery. Germany has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine. The Armed Forces of Ukraine will soon receive: 24 mine-resistant armored vehicles (MRAP), ammunition for Leopard 1 tanks, three Gepard sel...

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...

Ukraine will receive additional 155-millimeter ammunition and long-range GLSDBs, and the Neptune missile is capable of striking targets at 1,000 kilometers.

Ukraine will receive additional 155-millimeter ammunition and long-range GLSDBs, and the Neptune missile is capable of striking targets at 1,000 kilometers. According to President Zelenskyy, Ukraine has signed an agreement with international partners to purchase 155-millimeter artillery shells and has already completed payment. He also highlighted a signi...

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...

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...

Friday, March 7

Independently from NATO, Europe is contemplating the deployment of 120 fighter jets to safeguard the skies over Ukraine.

Independently from NATO, Europe is contemplating the deployment of 120 fighter jets to safeguard the skies over Ukraine. Once again, Europe is revisiting the Sky Shield plan, which now includes the deployment of allied air forces in the form of 120 fighter jets to defend Ukrainian airspace. The initiative will operate i...

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

The US has not ruled out signing a mineral agreement with Ukraine quickly, though several conditions have been given.

The US has not ruled out signing a mineral agreement with Ukraine quickly, though several conditions have been given. Donald Trump’s ally, Republican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, asserted after discussions with head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak that a mineral agreement between Ukrai...

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...

Tuesday, March 4

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 ...

Waltz expects Ukraine to trade its occupied territories for security guarantees, and Zelenskyy promptly responds.

Waltz expects Ukraine to trade its occupied territories for security guarantees, and Zelenskyy promptly responds. In coming peace talks, Ukraine will need to temporarily cede territories currently occupied by Russia in order to receive security guarantees that Russia will comply with, according to US National Sec...

The US states that Ukraine’s funding hinges on Zelenskyy’s commitment to peace. Will the Ukrainian budget be able to cope without US assistance?

The US states that Ukraine’s funding hinges on Zelenskyy’s commitment to peace. Will the Ukrainian budget be able to cope without US assistance? US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick remarked that Ukraine will not receive funding unless President Zelenskyy actively “strives for peace.” He emphasized that the US was prepared to si...

Monday, March 3

On Friday, Zelenskyy and Trump clashed at the White House over security guarantees for Ukraine.

On Friday, Zelenskyy and Trump clashed at the White House over security guarantees for Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly confronted statements made by US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The disagreement began with Zelensky’s insistence on Ukraine...

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...

The US is considering whether to completely halt military aid to Ukraine.

The US is considering whether to completely halt military aid to Ukraine. The Trump administration is contemplating the possibility of ending even indirect military assistance to Ukraine. This includes discontinuing military funding, intelligence sharing, training for Ukrai...

Wednesday, February 26

Ukraine will sign a Minerals Deal with the US on February 28.

Ukraine will sign a Minerals Deal with the US on February 28. Ukraine has reached an agreement with the US to jointly develop its natural resources, according to sources familiar with the matter. This move could ease recent tensions with President Donald Trump a...

Washington and Kyiv are nearing the conclusion of a minerals deal in which the US will keep Ukraine “free, sovereign, and secure.”

Washington and Kyiv are nearing the conclusion of a minerals deal in which the US will keep Ukraine “free, sovereign, and secure.” Reports on the latest mineral agreement draft indicate that the Trump administration views the agreement as a means to profit from American investment in Ukraine, which possesses vast untapped mineral...

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...

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