Politics

Ukraine – US Talks Conclude in Berlin
Ukraine–US peace talks in Berlin wrap up after two days of negotiations on ending Russia’s war, with both sides reporting progress on key issues and plans to draft security and peace documents.
Dec 15, 2025

Zelenskyy Does Not Consider the Creation of a Demilitarized Economic Zone in Donbas Fair
Zelenskyy rejects the idea of a demilitarized economic zone in Donbas, calling it unfair and unclear on governance as Ukraine stands firm against plans requiring troop withdrawals in peace talks.
Dec 15, 2025

Ukraine – U.S. Begin Second Round of Peace Talks in Berlin
Ukraine and the U.S. launch a second round of peace talks in Berlin, pushing a 20‑point plan to end Russia’s war, with negotiators reporting constructive progress toward a lasting agreement.
Dec 15, 2025

Zelenskyy Arrives for two-day diplomatic summit in Berlin
Zelenskyy arrives in Germany for high‑level talks with U.S. and German leaders in Berlin, advancing defense, peace efforts and support for Ukraine amid continued war negotiations and international coordination.
Dec 14, 2025

Ukraine Imposes Sanctions on 656 Russian Shadow Fleet Vessels
Ukraine imposes record sanctions on 656 ships from Russia’s “shadow fleet” used to evade oil embargoes and finance the war, targeting vessels under flags of over 50 countries.
Dec 14, 2025

Zelenskyy: Territorial Decisions in U.S. Peace Proposal Belong Solely to the Ukrainian Nation
Zelenskyy declares that decisions on Ukraine’s territory in any U.S. peace proposal belong solely to the Ukrainian people, rejecting external pressure and affirming national sovereignty amid talks.
Dec 11, 2025

Ukraine Peace Plan Deadlock – Russia Insists on Donbas and Zaporizhzhia NPP, U.S. Wants Quick Deal, Zelenskyy Pushes Back
Ukraine‑Russia peace plan stalls as Moscow insists on Donbas and Zaporizhzhia NPP terms and the U.S. pushes for a quick deal — but Zelenskyy rejects key concessions, deepening the diplomatic deadlock.
Dec 11, 2025

Ukraine Parliament Vice Speaker: No Laws Yet to Regulate Elections During Wartime
Ukraine’s parliament has no laws yet to regulate elections during wartime, with lawmakers citing voter safety, registry issues and security gaps — and legal groundwork still in early stages.
Dec 11, 2025

Zelenskyy Ready for Elections During War, But Under Condition…
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is ready to hold elections during wartime if legal and security conditions are met, stressing democratic continuity even amid Russia’s ongoing aggression.
Dec 10, 2025

Trump, Macron, Merz, and Starmer Hold Phone Call About Ukraine
Trump, Macron, Merz and Starmer hold a 40-minute phone call on Ukraine, coordinating peace plan work as Europe and the U.S. push to advance negotiations and security talks amid the ongoing war.
Dec 10, 2025

Italy’s Prime Minister Pressured Zelenskyy for an Hour and a Half, Pushing for Concessions to Russia
Italy’s PM Giorgia Meloni spent 90 minutes urging Zelenskyy to consider painful concessions to Russia to speed peace talks, reflecting pressure tied to U.S.-backed proposals and diplomatic friction.
Dec 10, 2025

G7 Moves Toward Using All Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
G7 leaders edge closer to using Russia’s frozen sovereign assets to back billions in Ukraine support, including $50 B in loans via interest and revenues, while keeping the funds immobilized until war ends.
Dec 9, 2025