US RUSSIA DISCUSS UKRAINE WAR
Trump, Zelenskyy hold ‘very good’ call, says ‘we are very much on track’
US President Donald Trump recently described his phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as "very good" and lasting for about an hour. The discussion, focused on aligning Ukraine’s and Russia's needs following Trump’s call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighted a broader effort to negotiate ceasefire terms. Meanwhile, a major prisoner swap between Ukraine and Russia has been hailed as one of the largest exchanges of the war, with some Ukrainians freed after fighting in Mariupol.
Putin has upper hand in Trump talks on elusive Ukraine peace: Analysts
Vladimir Putin's discussion with Donald Trump covered various topics including bilateral ties and the Ukraine war, but no ceasefire agreement was reached. Analysts believe Putin aims for a Russia-friendly Ukraine and the conflict may continue for years. European involvement is seen as risky without Russia's consent.
White House says Trump and Putin hold call as US seeks Russian sign-off on plan to end Ukraine war
President Trump and Russian President Putin have initiated a call to discuss a proposed 30-day ceasefire to end the war in Ukraine. The White House aims to persuade Putin to sign off on the proposal, with Trump highlighting the division of assets and land as a key discussion point.
Putin agrees to pause strikes on Ukraine energy targets for 30 days after talks with Trump, Kremlin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to a 30-day pause in strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure after a proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump. Both leaders emphasized that any resolution must consider Russia’s security interests and prevent foreign military assistance to Kyiv. The ceasefire aims for a lasting peace, with potentials for improved U.S.-Russia relations.
Trump claims ‘contract for Peace’ in the works after 90-minute call with Putin
In a high-stakes phone call, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to an immediate halt on strikes targeting Ukraine’s energy and infrastructure. While this is seen as the first step towards broader negotiations, Putin stopped short of endorsing a full 30-day ceasefire. Trump emphasised that both leaders were committed to ending the war, but Ukraine has yet to publicly confirm its stance.
Ukraine open to energy ceasefire, but Volodymyr Zelensky demands details from Donald Trump
Ukraine has signalled tentative support for a U.S.-brokered agreement to halt strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, following a call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasised the need for further details from Washington before committing fully. Meanwhile, Kyiv remains cautious, with ongoing fighting in Russia’s Kursk region and fresh air raid alerts in the Ukrainian capital. The Kremlin has insisted that a broader peace deal requires halting military
Challenge for Russian President Vladimir Putin! German Chancellor, France President vow to continue military support to Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron is meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Did Trump and Putin just take the first step toward ending the Ukraine war? Here's what all has been discussed
Trump and Putin held a nearly three-hour call discussing a Ukraine ceasefire, aiming to end the three-year war. Trump proposed a 30-day ceasefire, while Putin set conditions like Ukraine staying out of NATO. Ukraine remains skeptical, fearing Russia’s true intentions. European nations worry about possible territorial concessions.
US President Donald Trump to speak with Putin on Tuesday about ending war in Ukraine
President Donald Trump plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. Trump mentioned that discussions would involve addressing territorial control and power plants, indicating efforts to potentially divide up certain assets to bring the conflict to a resolution.
Top US, Russian diplomats discuss next steps on Ukraine
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov agreed to continue efforts to restore communications between their countries. The discussions also included updates on military activities in the Middle East. Though Kyiv has agreed to a US-brokered truce, Russia has not agreed, setting additional conditions.
Resolution to Russia-Ukraine conflict will only come when both sides join negotiation table: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that the Russia-Ukraine conflict will only be resolved through negotiations rather than on the battlefield, emphasizing India's commitment to peace. He highlighted his ability to urge both President Putin and President Zelensky to engage in dialogue for a meaningful resolution.
Trump, Putin to discuss Ukraine this week
US President Donald Trump is expected to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week amid efforts to agree on a ceasefire in Ukraine after recent Saudi-brokered talks. However, Putin has raised conditions, leading to accusations from Ukraine that Russia is stalling the ceasefire.
Russia-Ukraine war ceasefire this week? Donald Trump to 'hold' discussion with Vladimir Putin
Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff met President Vladimir Putin for several hours in Moscow and revealed key details.
Will Russia accept US-suggested ceasefire proposal for war-hit Ukraine?
Russia and the US are discussing steps to end the Ukraine war. The US proposed a ceasefire that Ukraine agreed to, but Russia has not confirmed. Putin listed conditions and raised serious questions. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged for a ceasefire. Ukraine accused Russia of launching drone attacks despite the ceasefire proposal.
Trump says 'very good chance' that Russia-Ukraine war could end; 'strongly requests' Putin to spare Ukrainian lives
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a high possibility of ending the Russia-Ukraine war after positive discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump noted that he had requested the safety of encircled Ukrainian troops. Kremlin confirmed the exchange of signals through U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and indicated the planning of a direct phone call for further negotiations.
Vladimir Putin suggests US ceasefire idea for Ukraine needs serious reworking
President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for a U.S. ceasefire proposal in Ukraine, though he emphasized the need for key clarifications and conditions. While U.S. President Donald Trump views Putin's statement as promising, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy believes Russia may be preparing to stall the ceasefire process.
Russia must accept proposal for 30-day ceasefire: French President Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron urged Russia to accept a US-proposed 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, emphasizing the need to halt atrocities. He discussed the matter with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy warned against trusting Putin, who set tough conditions despite hinting support for a truce.
Donald Trump calls discussions with Vladimir Putin 'productive'
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Putin had used the meeting to convey "signals" to Trump through Witkoff. He said Russia and the US would work out the timing of a phone call between their presidents once Witkoff had briefed Trump.
US drops Trump's Ukraine-Russia envoy Keith Kellogg from peace talks at Kremlin's request
US President Trump's special envoy for Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Keith Kellogg, was excluded from high-level peace talks as Russian President Putin deemed him too pro-Ukraine. The Trump administration's ceasefire proposal received tentative acceptance from both Moscow and Kyiv, though Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused Putin of manipulating the conditions.
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