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Lavrov announces new Russia-U.S. meeting this week

Kallas: No Ukraine deal can work without Kyiv’s consent

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas insists that any negotiations on Ukraine must involve Kyiv and European leaders, warning that deals made without them will not work. She also raised concerns over Russian influence in the U.S. and reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to military aid to Ukraine.

Leaders arrive in Kyiv for third anniversary of war

Twelve leaders from Europe and Canada arrived in Ukraine's capital on Monday morning to commemorate the third anniversary of Russia-Ukraine war.

UK to unveil the largest package of sanctions on Russia

The United Kingdom will unveil new sanctions against Russia on Monday as it marks three years since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated on Sunday. The announcement of the new sanctions comes amid the US has taken charge of ending the war between Russia and Ukraine.

Russia, U.S. representatives to meet again within two weeks, senior Russian diplomat says

A second meeting between representatives of Russia and the United States is planned for the next two weeks, the RIA state news agency reported on Saturday, citing Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov.

Russia ramps up AI ambitions amid global competition and sanctions challenges

Moscow, February 20, 2025 – Russia is intensifying its push to join the global artificial intelligence race, aiming to harness AI for both civilian and military applications and to bolster its economy despite ongoing sanctions and stiff competition from the United States and China.

Russia resumes wheat exports to Kazakhstan

Russia has resumed wheat exports to Kazakhstan after lifting a ban that was in place until December 31, 2024.

EU seeks more US gas, renewable energy to replace Russian supplies

The European Union will seek more gas from countries including the U.S. to replace Russian supplies, and expand renewable energy faster to cut its overall reliance on the fuel, the EU's energy commissioner has said.

Russia fines Google over $170K for "extremist content"

n 2024, Russian courts imposed fines on Google LLC four times, totaling 15.1 million rubles ($172,300), according to the press service of the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology, and Mass Media (Roskomnadzor).

11 countries unite to strengthen sanctions on North Korea

11 countries pledged to fully enforce UN sanctions on North Korea after the first MSMT meeting. The group, formed after Russia’s veto, aims to track violations and enforcement. Nations reaffirmed their commitment to security while keeping the door open for dialogue.

Macron signals possible security role for France in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron said France may deploy forces to secure peace in Ukraine after a ceasefire, urging Europe to strengthen its defence amid shifting US-Russia relations.

Trump: Russians 'have the cards' in peace negotiations

Zelenskyy fires back at Trump’s criticism: "He lives in a disinformation space"

U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, suggesting he missed an opportunity to engage in peace talks with Russia. While the Ukrainian leader accused Trump of falling for Russian disinformation.

EU envoys agree a new package of sanctions on Russia

EU envoys on Wednesday agreed on a 16th package of sanctions against Russia, EU diplomats said, including a ban on primary aluminium imports, sales of gaming consoles and the listing of 73 shadow fleet vessels.

Goldman Sachs says it does not see Ukraine ceasefire boosting Russia output

A potential Ukraine ceasefire and the associated easing in sanctions on Russia are unlikely to substantially increase Russia's oil flows, Goldman Sachs said on Wednesday.

Kremlin says Putin and Trump may meet soon

The Kremlin says Putin and Trump could meet soon, but preparations will take time as U.S.-Russia talks progress.

Zelenskyy calls for stronger support from Trump, criticizes Ukraine's exclusion from US-Russia talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his desire for stronger support from US President Donald Trump while criticizing Kyiv’s exclusion from negotiations to end his country’s war with Russia.

Moscow makes new demand as US-Russia talks on Ukraine war conclude

U.S. and Russian officials concluded more than four hours of talks in Riyadh on Tuesday in their first high-level discussion aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The meeting, closely watched by Kyiv and its European allies, saw Moscow introduce a significant new demand.

EU Commission President Meets U.S. Special Envoy Amid Ukraine-Russia Talks

President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, met with U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, on Tuesday (February 18) at the Commission’s headquarters in Brussels.

Kyiv left out as US and Russia hold in-person talks on ending Ukraine war

A dialogue between US and Russian delegations has begun in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the development in an official statement.

Ukranian drones hit Russian oil facilities

Oil transportation from Kazakhstan to global markets through the Tengiz–Novorossiysk pipeline has been reduced on Monday as a drone strike hit a pumping station in southern Russia.

Russia frees American held on drug charges ahead of Saudi Talks

Russia released a U.S. citizen on Monday, February 17, who had been detained on minor drug charges, just before high-level talks between Russian and U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia. The move comes as Moscow and Washington seek to improve strained relations.

Russian officials arrive in Riyadh to meet U.S. counterparts

Russian officials have arrived in Riyadh for high-level talks on the Ukraine-Russia war, marking a significant step toward direct negotiations between Washington and Moscow

Russia hopes to see Visa, Mastercard return