Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin might be skipped if a ceasefire agreement is reached during technical talks in Istanbul. He also called for increased sanctions if Russia shows no willingness to end the war.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has called for compromise between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing Türkiye's hope for fruitful discussions as peace talks between the two nations are set to begin in Istanbul.
Germany's new Chancellor Friedrich Merz has set a bold agenda, emphasizing unity in the West over Ukraine, a robust German military, and economic revitalization to secure the nation's leadership role on the global stage.
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has made a historic ruling that Russia violated aviation law by using weapons against Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. The UK praised the decision as a key step toward justice for the 298 victims, including 10 UK citizens.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on May 15, with discussions reportedly focusing on upcoming peace talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegates in Istanbul.
Ukrainian and Russian delegations meet behind closed doors at Istanbul’s Dolmabahçe Palace at 10:00 local time today to explore security guarantees, territorial integrity and a possible ceasefire.
President Vladimir Putin has approved the list of delegates for the upcoming Ukraine talks in Istanbul, appointing his aide, Vladimir Medinsky, as the head of the Russian delegation for the negotiations on May 15, according to the Kremlin.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met in Antalya on Wednesday to discuss efforts toward a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine and Türkiye’s role in facilitating peace talks.
Three Ukrainians have been arrested over a plot to mail exploding parcels from Germany to Ukraine, prosecutors said, putting Europe's cross-border postal network in the spotlight as a target of suspected Russian sabotage.
Ukraine's gas reserves have reached their lowest levels in over a decade, with storage facilities less than 20% full as of May 11.
Russia will send a delegation to Istanbul for peace talks with Ukraine on Thursday, but the members will be revealed in the evening. The Kremlin confirmed the talks would proceed, and a senior Russian lawmaker suggested an all-for-all prisoner exchange might be considered.
US President Donald Trump is willing to attend the upcoming Russia–Ukraine peace negotiations in Istanbul, but only if Russian President Vladimir Putin confirms his participation, Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine said.
Ukraine has successfully completed the necessary procedures to implement its deal with the United States regarding the exploitation of minerals and the operation of a newly established investment fund, the country's First Deputy Prime Minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, confirmed on Tuesday.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated he would participate in upcoming talks on the war in Ukraine only if President Putin is also present, as diplomatic efforts led by the U.S. focus on securing a temporary ceasefire.
Two senior US envoys are expected to attend the upcoming Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul, where Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has confirmed his participation and invited Russia’s Vladimir Putin, according to US media reports.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin would be essential for reaching a ceasefire, ahead of proposed talks in Istanbul later this week.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated he will only attend peace talks in Istanbul if Russian President Vladimir Putin also takes part, while the Kremlin remains noncommittal on who will represent Russia.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told reporters in London that Kyiv is ready to negotiate peace, but only after Russia agrees to an immediate cease‑fire—putting the burden on President Vladimir Putin to match Ukraine’s offer and open the door to the first talks since 2019.
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has determined that Russia violated international air law in the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17.
The Kremlin confirmed President Vladimir Putin's readiness for peace negotiations with Ukraine, suggesting Türkiye as the venue, but declined to elaborate after Kyiv insisted on Putin’s personal participation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his stance on the Ukraine conflict, offering talks while maintaining firm demands that Kyiv surrenders key positions and territories.
As European leaders and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday, Russia unleashed a major overnight drone attack across Ukraine, injuring a freight train driver and striking key infrastructure.
Russian drone strikes and shelling have impacted multiple regions in Ukraine, causing injuries and damage to residential areas and infrastructure.
Pope Leo XIV, in his inaugural Sunday noon blessing, called for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of hostages, emphasizing humanitarian aid and unity during a message delivered from St. Peter’s Basilica.
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