Russia will demand guarantees that Ukraine remains neutral and is excluded from NATO membership as part of any future peace agreement, Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said on Monday.
Grushko told Izvestia that Moscow wants “ironclad security guarantees” included in any potential deal, ensuring Ukraine does not join NATO. He stated that NATO countries must refuse to accept Ukraine into the alliance as part of the agreement.
The statement comes amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine’s potential NATO accession, which Moscow has long opposed. Russia has repeatedly said that Ukraine’s neutrality is key to regional security.
President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine has drawn strong criticism from Kyiv, as Ukrainian leaders question the sincerity behind Moscow’s gesture amid continued hostilities and deep mistrust.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has denounced a Russian drone strike that occurred just hours after the start of a declared Easter truce, calling it proof of Vladimir Putin’s blatant disregard for both the holiday and human life.
Elon Musk announced on Saturday that he plans to visit India later this year, following a discussion with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about potential collaboration in technology and innovation.
Mount Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, erupted once more early on Saturday, with ash and lava spewing from the southeastern crater. The eruption, which began late Friday night, continued through midday, local sources reported.
The Holy Fire ceremony stands as one of Christianity's most enduring and mysterious rituals, drawing thousands of pilgrims to Jerusalem each year.
Christians worldwide are marking Easter Sunday together this year, as both Catholic and Orthodox churches celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on the same day.
Police in Ecuador have arrested four suspects after gunmen killed 12 people at a cockfighting ring.
Rough seas have killed five and left two missing along Australia’s southeastern coast.
The U.S. Supreme Court has paused the Trump administration’s deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members, citing legal concerns.
Protesters and police clashed in the Israeli town of Mazor as crowds rallied against Prime Minister Netanyahu’s ongoing war in Gaza.
The Russian ruble has emerged as the top-performing currency globally in 2025, registering an impressive 38% appreciation against the US dollar since the beginning of the year, according to a report by Bloomberg.
A small plane crashed near Kopake, New York, on April 13, killing at 6 people. The Mitsubishi MU-2B aircraft, carrying six people, went down under unclear circumstances. This marks the second aviation accident in New York in a week, raising safety concerns.
The Holy Fire ceremony stands as one of Christianity's most enduring and mysterious rituals, drawing thousands of pilgrims to Jerusalem each year.
Several regions in Ukraine faced heightened alert on Palm Sunday, as reports of explosions and missile threats drew public attention and official responses.
Severe rainfall on April 17 led to flooding and landslides in the Piedmont region, prompting a large-scale emergency response from over 400 firefighters.
Christians worldwide are marking Easter Sunday together this year, as both Catholic and Orthodox churches celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on the same day.
Police in Ecuador have arrested four suspects after gunmen killed 12 people at a cockfighting ring.
Rough seas have killed five and left two missing along Australia’s southeastern coast.
The U.S. Supreme Court has paused the Trump administration’s deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members, citing legal concerns.
Protesters and police clashed in the Israeli town of Mazor as crowds rallied against Prime Minister Netanyahu’s ongoing war in Gaza.
Christians worldwide are marking Easter Sunday together this year, as both Catholic and Orthodox churches celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on the same day.
Police in Ecuador have arrested four suspects after gunmen killed 12 people at a cockfighting ring.
Rough seas have killed five and left two missing along Australia’s southeastern coast.
The U.S. Supreme Court has paused the Trump administration’s deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members, citing legal concerns.
Protesters and police clashed in the Israeli town of Mazor as crowds rallied against Prime Minister Netanyahu’s ongoing war in Gaza.
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