PrimeTime | 16 December, 2025

Europe and Ukraine launch International Claims Commission to seek reparations from Russia

European and Ukrainian leaders have launched an International Claims Commission in The Hague to seek compensation for damage caused by Russia’s war on Ukraine. The move, backed by European partners, targets losses worth hundreds of billions of dollars linked to Russian attacks and alleged war crimes

View: Europe discusses Ukraine compensation as war planning continues

Europe launched an International Claims Commission for Ukraine on Tuesday in an effort to ensure Kyiv is compensated for hundreds of billions of dollars in damage from Russian attacks and alleged war crimes.

Kremlin rejects Christmas ceasefire proposal

The Kremlin on Tuesday rejected a proposed Christmas ceasefire in Ukraine, saying any truce would depend on reaching a broader peace agreement.

Europe set to launch international commission for Ukraine war damages

Leaders including Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at The Hague on Tuesday to launch an International Claims Commission to compensate Kyiv for hundreds of billions of dollars in damage from Russian attacks and alleged war crimes.

EU's Von der Leyen highlights need for European-led peacekeeping force in Ukraine

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted key developments in the ongoing peace efforts to end the war in Ukraine, stressing the importance of a robust peacekeeping force and the alignment between Ukraine, Europe, and the United States.

Europe faces crucial decisions on Ukraine funding and peace terms

As Europe grapples with how to best support Ukraine in its ongoing battle against Russian aggression, key meetings in Brussels and Berlin are testing the continent's resolve.

Russia’s frozen assets: How Europe plans to fund Ukraine

European leaders are searching for ways to keep Ukraine afloat as the war with Russia continues, and as financial support from the United States declines.

Ukraine peace talks in Berlin: What was discussed and what’s next?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in high-level talks in Berlin from 14-15 December, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, U.S. envoys, and European leaders, focusing on security guarantees and the framework for a potential peace deal with Russia.

Ukraine claims critical strike on Russian submarine in Novorossiysk

Ukraine’s domestic security service, the SBU, says it struck a Russian Kilo‑class submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, causing critical damage.

View: Ukraine peace depends on Russia receiving major strategic benefits

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held two rounds of high-stakes talks in Berlin, Germany on 14-15 December. Ukraine’s chief negotiator, Rustem Umerov, posted on X that discussions with the U.S. envoy have been "constructive and productive".

Weather delays repairs on CPC infrastructure as Kazakhstan assesses damage

Kazakhstan is assessing the scale of damage and potential losses following a recent attack on infrastructure operated by the Caspian Pipeline Consortium, a key export route for the country’s oil.

Odesa left in darkness for third consecutive day after Russian strikes

Odesa residents remained without power for a third straight day on Monday (15 December) after a Russian missile and drone strike crippled the power grid on Saturday (13 December).

Ukrainian rescuers extinguish fire on Turkish-owned vessel after Russian strike

Ukrainian emergency services extinguished a fire on a Turkish-owned civilian vessel after a Russian attack that damaged three Turkish-owned ships in southern Ukrainian ports

Zelenskyy: U.S. proposes 'free economic zone' in east if Ukraine cedes Donbas

Ukraine has presented the U.S. with a revised 20-point framework to end the war with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday, adding that the issue of ceding territory remains a major sticking point in negotiations.

Ukraine submits revised 20-point peace proposal to United States

Ukraine has handed the United States a revised 20-point peace proposal aimed at ending the war with Russia, a Ukrainian official said on Thursday, 11 December.

View: Ukraine’s new proposal hints at changing strategy

European leaders say they will intensify work on a U.S.-led plan to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict after a joint call with President Donald Trump, marking what they see as a decisive moment for Kyiv’s political and security direction.