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Zelenskiy says Crimea can only be restored to Ukraine through diplomacy
Ukraine's President stated that Crimea must be returned to Ukraine through diplomatic efforts. He believes that military means would result in a significant loss of life. He rejected any suggestion of giving up territory currently held by Russian forces. Russia took control of Crimea in 2014 and annexed it.
US opens missile base in Poland as Donald Trump presidency looms over NATO
The United States inaugurated a new air defense base in Redzikowo, Poland, bolstering NATO's missile defense capabilities. Despite past concerns over US commitment to NATO, Poland emphasizes the alliance's strength and its own significant defense spending. The base, part of the Aegis Ashore system, aims to counter ballistic missile threats, though its original focus was on Iran rather than Russia.
Trump's Russia-Ukraine peace plan: Here's what his plans are to freeze the war
US President-elect Donald Trump has proposed a potential peace plan aimed at halting the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war by freezing the conflict.
Everything Trump promised on his campaign trail & can they really come true when he returns to White House
Donald Trump made numerous bold promises during his campaign, ranging from mass federal layoffs to ending the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours. However, analysis reveals significant feasibility concerns due to legal complexities, potential political opposition, and the sheer scale of some proposals.
Is Russia-Ukraine war drawing to a close? What Zelenskyy said
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signals a potential scaling down of the Russia-Ukraine war, contingent on energy security and freedom of navigation. He emphasizes that Ukraine must maintain a strong position and deny land-for-peace deals while seeking NATO security guarantees.
Ukraine not asking West for nuclear weapons: Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky clarified that the country is not asking for nuclear weapons to defend against Russia. He emphasized the need for NATO membership. Ukraine gave up its nuclear arsenal in 1994 for security guarantees that have since been violated. Russia's Vladimir Putin reacted strongly to Zelensky's comments, warning of repercussions.
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Vladimir Putin says Russia won't let Ukraine obtain nuclear weapons
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that Russia would not permit Ukraine to acquire nuclear weapons, emphasizing that any such move from Ukraine would incite a Russian response. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reiterated that Ukraine had no intentions of developing nuclear arms and sought NATO membership for security.
Zelenskyy's 'victory plan' includes a big hurdle for the West: NATO membership for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy outlines a plan to secure peace by next year, including Ukraine's NATO membership during the war. Despite facing opposition from key Western allies, he emphasizes the need for more military aid as Ukraine struggles against Russia's advances.
Zelenskyy meets with UK and NATO leaders as he seeks support for Ukraine's 'victory plan'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits London for talks with UK and NATO leaders, presenting his 'victory plan' for the war against Russia. He aims to strengthen Ukraine geopolitically and militarily before dialogue with Russia, advocating for security guarantees and advanced weaponry. Meetings in Paris, Berlin, and Italy follow.
NATO allies commit to sending dozens of air-defence systems to Ukraine, including four Patriots
NATO allies, including the US, Germany, Romania, Italy, and Canada, will send air-defence systems like Patriots, NASAMS, and SAMP-T to Ukraine, announced by Joe Biden at the NATO summit. Netherlands will provide components. President Zelenskyy highlighted this need on social media. This comes amid Russian strikes hitting civilian areas, including a children's hospital.
Embattled Biden greets NATO allies in Washington
U.S. President Joe Biden will welcome the heads of NATO member states to Washington on Tuesday for an annual summit. This event provides Biden an international platform to demonstrate his leadership both at home and abroad.
US says Ukraine is on an "irreversible" path to NATO membership. But only after war with Russia ends
Ukraine is on an "irreversible" path to NATO membership, according to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. This commitment, expected to be formalized in a joint communique from all 32 NATO allies, assures Ukraine's future inclusion in the alliance after its conflict with Russia ends. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed for a firm guarantee from NATO, but the US and some allies resist immediate membership to avoid escalating the war and emphasize the need for Ukraine to address corruption and systemic reforms. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg confirmed that Ukraine's membership is agreed upon but its timing remains uncertain.
What to know about the NATO military alliance and how it is helping Ukraine
The three-day summit, which begins Tuesday, will focus on ways to reassure Ukraine of NATO's enduring support and offer some hope to its war-weary citizens that their country might survive the biggest land conflict in Europe in decades.
What is the NATO military alliance and how is it helping Ukraine?
US President Joe Biden and his NATO counterparts are meeting in Washington to mark the 75th anniversary of NATO amidst Russia's actions in Ukraine, focusing on reassuring Ukraine of NATO's support and peacekeeping efforts. NATO, founded in 1949, aims to defend its 32 member countries and uphold collective security guarantees. NATO provides non-lethal support to Ukraine and is increasing troop presence on its borders to deter potential attacks.
NATO in talks to put nuclear weapons on standby, chief Jens Stoltenberg tells UK's Telegraph newspaper
"I won't go into operational details about how many nuclear warheads should be operational and which should be stored, but we need to consult on these issues. That's exactly what we're doing," Stoltenberg told the paper.
Ukraine summit attracts world leaders but fails to isolate Russia
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, French President Emmanuel Macron and the leaders of Germany, Italy, Britain, Canada and Japan are among those set to attend the June 15-16 meeting at the Swiss mountaintop resort of Buergenstock.
Putin says Russia will cease fire if Ukraine pulls troops from four regions and drops NATO bid
President Putin stated that Russia would halt its military operations and engage in peace talks if Ukraine abandoned its NATO aspirations and withdrew its forces from four disputed regions. These conditions, set just before a peace conference in Switzerland, contradict Ukraine's demands. Putin's requirements include the complete withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia. He emphasized that Russia would immediately cease fire and start negotiations once Kyiv agreed and began the withdrawal, alongside officially renouncing NATO membership plans.
With Russia not attending, what can this weekend's Ukraine peace summit achieve?
The 'Summit on Peace in Ukraine', hosted by Switzerland, aims to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, but Russia's absence hinders progress at the non-traditional peace conference.
Poland's leader says his country is ready to host NATO members' nuclear weapons to counter Russia
Poland's President Andrzej Duda stated that Poland would be prepared to host nuclear weapons from NATO allies in response to Russia's reported relocation of nuclear weapons to Belarus. This move aligns with Poland's commitment to NATO's security on its eastern flank. Prime Minister Donald Tusk, sharing Duda's stance, expressed the need for urgent discussions on the matter. Meanwhile, the Kremlin warned of necessary steps to ensure Russia's security if US nuclear weapons were deployed in Poland. Poland's support for Ukraine in the face of Russia's invasion remains steadfast.
NATO marks its 75th birthday as war in Ukraine and rising populism gnaw at its unity
Sweden's foreign minister, Tobias Billstrom, is taking part in the first ministerial-level meeting since his country became NATO's 32nd ally last month. Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 drove Sweden and its Nordic neighbor Finland into NATO's arms.
NATO weighs a plan to provide long-term military help to Ukraine as Russian troops assert control
NATO is considering a plan to provide more stable military support to Ukraine amid Russian advances on the battlefield. The proposal aims to reduce reliance on short-term offers and increase long-term commitments. This plan would involve NATO coordinating the efforts of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, which gathers countries to provide weapons and ammunition. While NATO would not directly supply weapons, it would provide an institutional framework to support Ukraine. The plan is expected to be endorsed at a summit in July, potentially involving up to USD 100 billion in support.
NATO chief urges 'reliable' Ukraine support as 100-bn-euro fund floated
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg called for members to commit to long-term weapon deliveries for Ukraine, proposing a 100-billion-euro fund over five years. He emphasized the urgency, stating that delays have battlefield consequences. Stoltenberg aims for NATO to provide more consistent, less ad hoc support to Ukraine. The proposal, discussed at a NATO meeting in Brussels, seeks to ensure sustained security assistance and lessen reliance on voluntary contributions. The plan includes NATO taking a more active role in coordinating arms supplies to Kyiv.
An expanding NATO uses its diversity as strength. Member troops know Russia is watching
Sweden, NATO¡¯s newest member, is participating, highlighting how Russia's actions in Ukraine have shifted Europe¡¯s security landscape. The drills, part of NATO's Steadfast Defender 24 maneuvers, involve 20,000 soldiers from nations like Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, the UK, and the US, and are meant to demonstrate NATO's ability to defend its territory. NATO regularly intercepts Russian flights, a reminder of tensions between the two sides. The exercises highlight NATO's efforts to standardize procedures and equipment for better cooperation among member nations.
What does NATO entry mean for Sweden?
Sweden's NATO membership bid, submitted in the wake of Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, cleared its final hurdle as Hungary's parliament voted to ratify it on Monday. After Hungary's parliament ratified the bid Monday, Kristersson said Sweden stood "ready to shoulder its responsibility for Euro-Atlantic security."
Here's what to know about Sweden's bumpy road toward NATO membership
After over 200 years of neutrality, Sweden's bid to join NATO gains momentum, with Turkey's parliamentary approval. The shift comes post-Russia's invasion of Ukraine, prompting Sweden and Finland to seek security guarantees. Turkey's conditions, including a stance on perceived threats, caused delays, and Hungary remains the final hurdle. Sweden's inclusion would strategically surround the Baltic Sea with NATO allies, enhancing regional defense. Russia reacts negatively, warning of unspecified countermeasures, as both Sweden and Finland anticipate increased risks of Russian interference.
NATO chief says Turkey agrees to send Sweden¡¯s NATO accession protocol to Parliament swiftly
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg made the announcement after talks with Erdogan and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson on the eve of a NATO summit in Lithuania. Sweden¡¯s NATO accession has been held up by objections from Turkey since last year.
What would happen if Ukraine joined NATO?
With such a move, NATO could address demands by Kyiv and its allies in eastern Europe to go beyond the language of the 2008 Bucharest summit agreement without offering Ukraine an actual invitation or timetable. Ukraine's military has taken major steps towards NATO standards since Russia's all-out invasion. The process is accelerating as its Soviet-built arms and ammunition gradually run out and the West trains Ukrainian troops according to NATO standards and sends more and more advanced weaponry.
Russia's Medvedev: Ukraine conflict may last for decades, no talks with Zelenskiy
A senior ally of President Vladimir Putin said on Friday the conflict in Ukraine could last for decades and that negotiations with Ukraine were impossible as long as Ukraine's Western-backed President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was in power.
Any Russian victory could be perilous: Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned Tuesday that unless his nation wins a drawn-out battle in a key eastern city, Russia could begin building international support for a deal that could require Ukraine to make unacceptable compromises. He also invited the leader of China, long aligned with Russia, to visit.
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