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Putin and Trump Absent from Ukraine Peace Talks in Turkey

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Putin and Trump Absent from Ukraine Peace Talks in Turkey

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The top meeting about the Russian invasion war in Ukraine was without presidents. Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelenskyj accused Russia of not wanting peace, after the Russian president Vladimir Putin announced that he would stay away

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Urges Russia to Engage in Peace Talks

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Urges Russia to Engage in Peace Talks

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Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha met with his US counterpart Marco Rubio in Turkish Antalya on Wednesday, ahead of Thursday's negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.

Zelensky Ready for Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks in Any Format

Zelensky Ready for Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks in Any Format

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Conflict Researcher: Tactical Moves Ahead of Russia-Ukraine Talks

Conflict Researcher: Tactical Moves Ahead of Russia-Ukraine Talks

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Into the final preparations for talks between Russia and Ukraine are surrounded by tactical play, says conflict researcher Peter Wallensteen: No one wants to be left holding the bag and be the one who says no.

Putin to Skip Istanbul Talks, Russia Sends Lower-Level Delegation

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Putin to Skip Istanbul Talks, Russia Sends Lower-Level Delegation

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin is not on the list of the Kremlin's delegation to the talks in Istanbul on Thursday. Russia intends to negotiate at a significantly lower level and is letting a former culture minister and hardline advisor lead the talks

Zelensky Heads to Ankara for Talks with Erdogan, Awaits Putin's Decision

Zelensky Heads to Ankara for Talks with Erdogan, Awaits Putin's Decision

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj announces that he will meet Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara. He then hopes to meet Russia's leader Vladimir Putin

Putin Silent on Possible Meeting with Ukraine's President

Putin Silent on Possible Meeting with Ukraine's President

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The Kremlin does not answer the question of whether Vladimir Putin intends to meet Ukraine's president the day after tomorrow. The USA appears to harbor hopes for a personal meeting between the presidents

Trump Meets Saudi Crown Prince Over Coffee in Riyadh Visit

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Trump Meets Saudi Crown Prince Over Coffee in Riyadh Visit

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The President of the USA, Donald Trump, has arrived in Saudi Arabia. Saudi fighter planes escorted Air Force One to the airport in Riyadh, where Trump was received by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers

Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers

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Demands for a ceasefire are met with counter-demands, ultimatum after ultimatum, and both Russia and Ukraine anxiously follow every hint from the USA. But Vladimir Putin's goal with the invasion remains firm, emphasizes FOI analyst Johan Norberg

Trump Considers Attending Ukraine-Russia Talks in Turkey

Trump Considers Attending Ukraine-Russia Talks in Turkey

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USA's President Donald Trump says that he can imagine going to Turkey on Thursday to join a meeting between Ukraine and Russia. This is welcomed by Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyj – but from Russia's Vladimir Putin it is silent

European Defense Stocks Drop Amid Ukraine-Russia Talks

European Defense Stocks Drop Amid Ukraine-Russia Talks

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Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?

Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?

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Much is unclear after the weekend's developments about an impending top-level meeting between Ukraine and Russia. In London, a number of European ministers are gathering today for "critical" talks about "pushing back against Russian aggression"

Zelensky Seeks Meeting with Putin in Turkey, Urges No Excuses

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Zelensky Seeks Meeting with Putin in Turkey, Urges No Excuses

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj states that he wants to meet Russia's President Vladimir Putin during the coming week. "I will be waiting for Putin in Turkey

Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

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Kremlin to Review Ceasefire Proposal Amid Ukraine's 30-Day Demand

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Ukraine and its allies want Russia to agree to an unconditional ceasefire of at least 30 days from Monday. If Moscow does not comply with the demand, stricter sanctions against Russia and more support to Ukraine are awaited

European Leaders Visit Kyiv for Talks with Zelensky on Ukraine Support

European Leaders Visit Kyiv for Talks with Zelensky on Ukraine Support

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European leaders make a symbol-laden visit to Kyiv in connection with a new top meeting on Saturday. The continued support to Ukraine and the negotiations on ceasefire are on the agenda

Ukraine Seeks New Tribunal to Hold Putin Accountable for Invasion

Ukraine Seeks New Tribunal to Hold Putin Accountable for Invasion

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Ukraine hopes to bring Vladimir Putin to justice for Russia's full-scale invasion. But it will likely have to wait until Putin has stepped down as Russian president

North Korea Joins Moscow's Victory Day Parade Amid Ukraine War

North Korea Joins Moscow's Victory Day Parade Amid Ukraine War

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"The whole country" is behind the war in Ukraine. This is claimed by Russia's President Vladimir Putin in conjunction with the annual so-called victory day parade in Moscow

Kristersson in Oslo: Nordic Leaders Push for Ukraine Ceasefire

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Kristersson in Oslo: Nordic Leaders Push for Ukraine Ceasefire

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The Nordic countries and allies within the defense cooperation JEF are now participating in the attempts to achieve a month-long ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Ultimately, Russia must know that there is an "or else", that forces them to accept a ceasefire and respect it, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to TT in Oslo

Kristersson Discusses Peace Efforts with Trump and Zelenskyj

Kristersson Discusses Peace Efforts with Trump and Zelenskyj

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Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

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The President of the USA, Donald Trump, demands "unconditional" ceasefire within 30 days. The Nordic ministers support the proposal for a 30-day armistice

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

Trump Calls for 30-Day Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine

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The President of the USA, Donald Trump, demands unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine within 30 days.

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

World Leaders Celebrate Election of Pope Leo XIV

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World leaders are sensing future confidence and optimism in the election of Pope Leo XIV. The Pope "inspires the world through his commitment to peace and dialogue", writes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen

Kristersson Attends Oslo Talks Before Key Trump Summit

Kristersson Attends Oslo Talks Before Key Trump Summit

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Ulf Kristersson is attending a dinner in Oslo tonight within the British-led defence cooperation JEF. The Prime Minister will prepare with Nordic colleagues for the next major summit with Donald Trump, in the Netherlands in June

Zelensky Criticizes Russian Victory Day Parade as Cynical

Zelensky Criticizes Russian Victory Day Parade as Cynical

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World leaders arrive in Moscow to participate in the Russian so-called Victory Day in World War II. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj slams the celebration: It will be a parade of cynicism, there is no other way to describe it, he says