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U.S. envoy holds talks with Putin on Ukraine peace

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks on reaching a peace deal over Ukraine.

Starmer critises Russia of not being 'serious player' in peace talks

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Vladimir Putin of making empty promises on a Ukraine ceasefire. Speaking at a Paris summit, he emphasized Europe’s role in supporting Ukraine and criticised Russia’s lack of commitment to peace talks, citing its reversal on a Black Sea ceasefire deal.

Armenia Plans Constitutional Referendum in 2027

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has announced plans to hold a nationwide vote on adopting a new constitution in 2027.

Zelenskyy, Macron held conversation ahead of Trump-Putin talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron to coordinate positions ahead of the upcoming conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Trump to speak with Putin on Tuesday to discuss war resolution

US President Donald Trump announced he plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, expressing optimism about the potential to end the ongoing conflict, following extensive discussions over the weekend.

US, Ukraine begin talks in Saudi Arabia on prospects for peace with Russia

US and Ukrainian officials have begun talks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to explore the possibility of a peace deal with Russia, with Ukraine proposing a partial ceasefire to regain US support.

Russia and US to hold new talks on Thursday in Türkiye, Lavrov says

Russian and U.S. diplomats will meet in Istanbul to discuss diplomatic disputes, seen as a step toward ending the Ukraine war. Talks follow recent Putin-Trump discussions, with business ties and ceasefire prospects on the agenda.

British PM considers sending troops to Ukraine as part of peace deal

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signaled his readiness to deploy British troops to Ukraine as part of a postwar peacekeeping force, emphasizing the need for lasting stability in the region

European leaders to meet on Ukraine as U.S. excludes allies from peace talks

Qatar reaffirms commitment to Afghanistan's stability during talks with Taliban officials

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan, met with Qatar's Prime Minister to discuss Afghanistan’s challenges. The Qatari leader reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to supporting the country's stability and humanitarian needs.

Zelenskyy and Vance to meet in Munich as Trump plans talks with Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US Vice President JD Vance are set to meet in Munich on Friday, following US President Donald Trump's announcement of plans for bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine conflict.

Pashinyan calls for renewed Azerbaijan-Armenia dialogue

Armenian prime minister Nikol Pashinyan has called for a fresh start in relations with Azerbaijan, highlighting progress in peace talks and mutual recognition of territorial integrity.

Pope Francis Appeals for Peace and Healing Amid Global Turmoil

In a solemn Christmas address, Pope Francis called for courage to end wars, heal divisions, and bring hope to a world plagued by conflict and crisis, urging nations to embrace reconciliation during the Holy Year.