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Russia Demands Recognition of All Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Russia wants to retain all occupied land in Ukraine. That all affected regions are recognized as Russian is a requirement for further potential peace talks, according to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Russia Demands Recognition of All Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Putin and US Envoy Witkoff Discuss Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

Russia's President Vladimir Putin and the US envoy Steve Witkoff have discussed the possibility of direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. At the same time, the Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says that Moscow wants to "fine-tune" the US's proposal for an agreement.
Putin and US Envoy Witkoff Discuss Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

Skepticism Surrounds Putin's Ceasefire Announcement in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin has announced a ceasefire in the war in Ukraine. "Drones over our airspace reveal Putin's true image of Easter and human life", writes Volodymyr Zelenskyj on X.
Skepticism Surrounds Putin's Ceasefire Announcement in Ukraine

Iran Nuclear Talks in Rome Face Doubts and Threats

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says he has doubts about the US's intentions with talks about the Iranian nuclear energy program. Israel repeats threats to stop Iran from gaining access to nuclear weapons and that "a clear path" to fulfill the threat exists.
Iran Nuclear Talks in Rome Face Doubts and Threats

Ukraine Talks to Continue in London Next Week Following Paris Meeting

Talks in Paris about Ukraine's future resulted in a decision on a new meeting in London next week. After the meeting, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that the USA had informed them about the content of the talks – which was confirmed by the American Foreign Ministry.
Ukraine Talks to Continue in London Next Week Following Paris Meeting

Iran's Foreign Minister Heads to Moscow for Talks with Lavrov on US Meeting

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is traveling to Moscow to discuss the weekend's nuclear energy meeting with the USA together with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The talks with the USA are expected to resume in Italy on Saturday.
Iran's Foreign Minister Heads to Moscow for Talks with Lavrov on US Meeting

US Seeks Control of Key Ukrainian Gas Pipeline in Negotiations

The negotiations with Russia on a ceasefire in Ukraine "are going pretty well", according to the US President Donald Trump. The US is reported to have come up with new demands towards Ukraine: control over a key gas pipeline.
US Seeks Control of Key Ukrainian Gas Pipeline in Negotiations

China to Engage in Peace Efforts for Ukraine Conflict Resolution

China is ready to play a "constructive role" in order to end the war in Ukraine, says Foreign Minister Wang Yi to the state-controlled Russian news agency Ria Novosti on Tuesday. .
China to Engage in Peace Efforts for Ukraine Conflict Resolution

Rubio in talks with Lavrov about "the next step"

The US Secretary of State Macro Rubio has spoken with his Russian counterpart Sergej Lavrov. The two discussed "the next step to follow up on the recent meetings in Saudi Arabia and agreed to continue working to restore communication between the US and Russia", the American Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday local time.
Rubio in talks with Lavrov about "the next step"

Putin: Will end the war "peacefully"

Russia's President Vladimir Putin opens up for a ceasefire – with many side demands. USA's President Trump responds that the overtures are "promising but not complete".
Putin: Will end the war "peacefully"

Zelensky: Won't give up occupied territory

Ukraine has said yes – now it's up to Russia, says Donald Trump. A ceasefire in Ukraine seems increasingly close.
Zelensky: Won't give up occupied territory

Russia: France is threatening us with nuclear weapons

Russia's Foreign Minister accuses France of threatening Russia - and of wanting to ensure that the war in Ukraine continues. .
Russia: France is threatening us with nuclear weapons

Turkey opens up to sending soldiers to Ukraine

Turkey may send military forces to Ukraine - "if necessary", says a source within the country's defense department. .
Turkey opens up to sending soldiers to Ukraine

Putin Steps In: Russia to Aid U.S. in Iran Nuclear Talks

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has agreed to help the USA negotiate with Iran about the country's nuclear energy program, according to sources for Bloomberg. .
Putin Steps In: Russia to Aid U.S. in Iran Nuclear Talks

USA to meet with Russia: "Constructive"

USA and Russia have had "constructive discussions" about their diplomatic relations during a meeting in Turkey, announces the US Department of State. .
USA to meet with Russia: "Constructive"

Lavrov: No Peacekeeping Forces in Ukraine

Russia is not considering European peacekeeping forces in Ukraine, reports state-run Russian media. They also oppose freezing the frontline where it is now.
Lavrov: No Peacekeeping Forces in Ukraine

"Seriously Alarming" Enrichment of Uranium in Iran

Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium in recent months, according to a report from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). .
"Seriously Alarming" Enrichment of Uranium in Iran

Lavrov: Russia and the USA meet in Turkey

Diplomats from Russia and the USA will meet in Turkish Istanbul on Thursday to discuss "system errors" regarding the operation of the two countries' embassies, according to Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. > Such a meeting will take place tomorrow in Istanbul.
Lavrov: Russia and the USA meet in Turkey

Lavrov: No Immediate Ceasefire

Russia will stop fighting in Ukraine when negotiations have led to results that "suit" Moscow, according to Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. .
Lavrov: No Immediate Ceasefire

Russian task: New meeting with the USA soon

A new meeting between the USA and Russia will take place shortly, according to Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov. .
Russian task: New meeting with the USA soon

Hungary threatens to block EU's new sanctions

Hungary's foreign minister wants to stop the EU's planned new sanctions against the Russians – including President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov – in order not to "complicate" the negotiations between Moscow and Washington. The Hungarian government under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has previously called for negotiations on Ukraine's future and refused to back or delay military support packages to Kyiv.
Hungary threatens to block EU's new sanctions

Russia opens new embassies in Africa

Russia is to open seven embassies in Africa in the coming years, reports the Russian state news agency Tass. .
Russia opens new embassies in Africa

In the midst of the crisis – new EU sanctions against Putin

The EU is defying the USA's new soft stance towards Russia – at least when it comes to sanctions. A 16th sanctions package is said to be ready, just in time for the three-year anniversary of the renewed attack on Ukraine.
In the midst of the crisis – new EU sanctions against Putin

Trump blames Ukraine for the outbreak of war

Donald Trump expresses that Ukraine bears the guilt for Russia's invasion of the country. You should never have started this, says the US President, after his government has met Russia halfway at the negotiating table.
Trump blames Ukraine for the outbreak of war
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