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Zelensky: Family Among Victims in Russian Attack on Ukrainian Bus

At least nine people have been killed in a Russian attack on a minibus, according to authorities in the Ukrainian Sumy region. On board were civilians on their way from Bilopillja near the Russian border.

Ukraine and Russia to Exchange 1,000 Prisoners

Ukraine and Russia have agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war each. The exchange, which is the largest since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, was negotiated during Friday's meeting in Istanbul.

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

The pressure must increase on the President of Russia – who has made "a great mistake" and "does not want peace". World leaders are pouring criticism over Vladimir Putin for skipping a high-level peace meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart in Turkey.

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.

US Urges Ukraine to Concede Crimea, Halt NATO Bid

The USA is reported to propose that Ukraine meets Russia's demands and gives up the Crimean Peninsula and the strive for Nato. According to President Zelensky, a Ukrainian delegation is traveling to London on Wednesday.

Trump's Envoy Meets with Putin

The US envoy Steven Witkoff has met with Russia's President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg. President Donald Trump is simultaneously urging Putin to increase the pace to bring an end to the war in Ukraine.

Russia Launches Drone Assaults on Ukraine as Talks Continue in Saudi Arabia

Russia claims to have retaken Sudzha

Russia's military claims that its forces have regained control over Sudzha, a community described as a crucial hub for Ukraine's presence in the Russian Kursk region.