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"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The reactions did not wait when the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Russia and that a 30-day long ceasefire may be imminent. .

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

Australia considers peacekeeping forces for Ukraine

Australia is considering sending peacekeeping forces to Ukraine, announces Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. .

Australia considers peacekeeping forces for Ukraine

20 countries in talks about British peace coalition

Around 20 countries are interested in joining a British-led coalition to support Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire. .

20 countries in talks about British peace coalition

Macron Plans US Visit with Zelenskyj and Starmer Amid Tensions

France's President Emmanuel Macron is considering a new visit to the USA, according to his spokesperson. According to the information, the trip could take place together with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj and the UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Macron Plans US Visit with Zelenskyj and Starmer Amid Tensions

Can Europe Step Up Its Defense Game Without U.S. Support?

Europe can gather sufficient funds to replace the USA's dwindling interest on the continent, according to experts. The great challenge lies rather in converting the support into military strength.

Can Europe Step Up Its Defense Game Without U.S. Support?

Macron proposes limited ceasefire for a month

A French-British proposal for a limited ceasefire for a month appears to be one of the results of Sunday's summit in London. .

Macron proposes limited ceasefire for a month

Zelensky met King Charles at the country estate

Volodymyr Zelenskyj met on Sunday Britain's King Charles at the British royal family's country estate Sandringham. .

Zelensky met King Charles at the country estate

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

A plan for a lasting peace in Ukraine was at the center of Sunday's crucial meeting in London. Afterward, the message is that it requires strong European buildup and security guarantees for Ukraine.

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

The NATO Chief wants to see a better relationship with Trump

Nato's Secretary-General Mark Rutte has spoken with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj and urged him to try to "rebuild the relationship with Trump". .

The NATO Chief wants to see a better relationship with Trump

Kristersson: The London Meeting is Even More Important

"The meeting in London tomorrow is even more important now after yesterday's events in Washington DC," says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) in a statement. .

Kristersson: The London Meeting is Even More Important

Starmer welcomed Zelenskyj after the chaotic meeting

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj was warmly welcomed with consideration by the British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street. We must achieve a sustainable peace that shows Ukraine's sovereignty, said Starmer.

Starmer welcomed Zelenskyj after the chaotic meeting

Europe Must Grow Up

Now Europe must grow up. It became even clearer after Friday's big quarrel between Zelenskyj and Trump, according to Björn Fägersten at the Foreign Policy Institute.

Europe Must Grow Up

Swedish USA Expert: Have Never Seen Anything Like This

An exceptional event that has already had serious consequences. This is how USA expert Dag Blanck assesses the turmoil in the White House.

Swedish USA Expert: Have Never Seen Anything Like This

After the brawl: "Putin has been given a lifeline"

Ukraine's population will likely unite behind President Volodymyr Zelenskyj after the collapse at the White House meeting, says Eastern Europe expert Jakob Hedenskog. But a backlash can come.

After the brawl: "Putin has been given a lifeline"

British Aid Minister Resigns in Protest

The UK's Minister for Development Anneliese Dodds is resigning, reports media in London. She is leaving her post in protest against the government's decision to drastically cut foreign aid – and points out that the new policy can benefit Russia.

British Aid Minister Resigns in Protest

Top Meeting on Ukraine: Sweden Invited

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, has invited around 20 European leaders to a top-level meeting on Ukraine on Sunday. Among the participants are Sweden, as well as major powers such as France, Germany, and Turkey.

Top Meeting on Ukraine: Sweden Invited

Trump backs down on dictator accusations: "Did I say that?"

A ceasefire is needed in Ukraine before decisions on peacekeeping forces can be made, said US President Donald Trump in a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump also toned down his dictator statement about Ukraine's president, which last week led to strong criticism from other leaders in the Western world.

Trump backs down on dictator accusations: "Did I say that?"

Weapons and Money – This is How Europe Can Respond to Trump

Europe is shaken but not paralyzed by the US's U-turn in relation to Russia and Ukraine. Here are five measures that are now being intensively discussed simultaneously as the UK's Prime Minister visits Washington.

Weapons and Money – This is How Europe Can Respond to Trump

Friendly Macron wants to reach Trump: "Some rapprochement"

USA's complete turnaround in the question of the war in Ukraine has become even clearer after the votes in the UN on Monday. But the meeting between Trump and Macron shows a cautiously positive development between Europe and the USA, thinks Professor Emeritus Jan Hallenberg.

Friendly Macron wants to reach Trump: "Some rapprochement"

Starmer accelerates defense investment

The UK's defence expenditure was intended to increase to 2. 5 per cent of GDP by 2030.

Starmer accelerates defense investment

Kristersson looks forward to cooperation with Germany

The Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson looks forward to cooperating with Germany's new government for a safer Europe. .

Kristersson looks forward to cooperation with Germany

Great Britain increases pressure on Putin

The United Kingdom is to present new, stricter sanctions against Russia. .

Great Britain increases pressure on Putin

Macron and Starmer on their way to the White House

France's President Emmanuel Macron is expected to travel to Washington DC next week. The information comes from the national security adviser Mike Waltz, reports among others the news agency Reuters.

Macron and Starmer on their way to the White House

The World Responds to Trump: Absurd

Donald Trump calls Volodymyr Zelenskyj a "dictator". The response came quickly from a long line of European politicians: "Wrong and dangerous" and "deeply unreasonable".

The World Responds to Trump: Absurd