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Ukraine/Russia

Ukraine war: Peace plans may be soon be finalised and presented to Russia, says Zelenskiy

US officials say ‘90%’ of issues between two countries resolved after two days of talks in Berlin

Irish Times - World - 34 minutes ago

… Sez Reiner Pushed Russia Hoax and 'Knew It was False'

President Donald Trump doubled down on a statement he issued on social media in response to actor-director Rob Reiner's death.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 40 minutes ago

U.S. offers security guarantees to Kyiv, says Russia not opposed to Ukraine joining EU -- News

The U.S. has agreed to provide unspecified security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a peace deal to end Russia's nearly four-year war, and more talks are likely this weekend, U.S. officials said Monday following the latest discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin.

CBC News - World - 49 minutes ago

European NATO states ignore opposition to push troops-in-Ukraine plan

EU and UK leaders have outlined their vision for peace in Ukraine, including the deployment of a European-led multinational military force

Russia Today - World - 56 minutes ago

Brent Oil Prices Fall Below $60 on Ukraine Peace Deal Progress

Oil prices fell sharply as optimism increased for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal, sending Brent crude below $60 a barrel to its lowest level since May.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Russian embassy responds to MI6 chief's accusation Moscow is 'bullying' UK | Ukraine war latest

Russia has reacted to talks in Berlin that left western leaders optimistic on the prospect for peace. A "multinational force" to secure peace and NATO-style security guarantees are on the table. Follow the latest below.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Europe Launches International Claims Commission for Ukraine War Damages

Claims can be filed for damage, loss, or injury caused by Russian acts committed in or against Ukraine on or after Feb. 24, 2022.

Epoch Times - World - 1 hour ago

Ukraine war Q&A: Are we closer than ever to a peace deal? Submit your questions for Michael Clarke

Professor Michael Clarke answers your questions on the Ukraine war live here tomorrow at 1pm - send him yours in the box below to take part.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

A peace plan with a problem: When Ukraine says yes, Russia says no

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky expressed wary optimism about proposed guarantees for Ukraine's future security. But what might make them acceptable to Ukraine, he suggested, would prompt Russia to reject them.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Iran-Russia strategic pact determining factor in intl. peace

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement between Iran and Russia is a determining factor in the international peace and security.

Mehr News Agency - Politics - 2 hours ago

Russia's Crude Price Slips to Lowest since Ukraine Invasion

The price of Russia’s crude has tumbled over the past three months to its lowest level since Russia invaded Ukraine in early 2022, weighed down by intensified U.S. sanctions and falling international benchmarks

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Zelenskyy says peace proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says peace proposals for U.S. officials to present to Russia could be finalized within days. He said late Monday a draft peace plan discussed in Berlin with …

Bay to Bay News - World - 3 hours ago

Defense stocks fall as talks continue to end Ukraine war; European markets finish lower

European stocks closed lower on Tuesday, reversing gains seen at the start of the week.

CNBC - World - 3 hours ago

Council of Europe seeks reparations for all Ukraine victims

A reparations body for Ukraine was established in The Hague today. The required funding will come from different sources, the secretary-general of the Council of Europe, Alain Berset, told DW in an interview.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Path to Ukraine peace not 'straight line', Starmer says after 'productive' talks

Progress is being made on security guarantees for Kyiv, the Prime Minister told his Cabinet.

Evening Standard - Politics - 3 hours ago

Ukraine and 34 other countries approve compensation body for damages from Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and 34 other countries have formally approved plans to create a compensation body for damages caused by Russia's invasion

Los Angeles Times - US News - 4 hours ago

Zelensky says proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says peace proposals for U.S. officials to present to Russia could be finalized within days

Los Angeles Times - US News - 4 hours ago

Russia claims control of key Ukrainian city, rail hub of Kupiansk

Russia said Tuesday it controlled the key city of Kupiansk in northeast Ukraine, where Ukrainian forces recently claimed to have retaken territory. 'The...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 hours ago

Ukraine war live: Moscow's stark response after Trump says peace 'closer than ever'

Zelensky expects talks in the US as soon as this weekend - as the Kremlin says it is still waiting on an update from Washington

Independent UK - Politics - 5 hours ago

Zelensky says proposals for U.S.-brokered peace deal could be presented to Russia within days

Putin may balk at some of the proposals, including postwar security guarantees for Ukraine

The Globe and Mail - World - 5 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Is a ceasefire deal on the horizon?

Experts say a ceasefire deal is unlikely to be close, as many sticking points remain.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Pakistan and Russia Discuss Oil Cooperation Deal

Pakistan and Russia are discussing a comprehensive cooperation agreement in the oil sector, including exploration, production, and refining, as Russia seeks new markets and Pakistan looks for cheaper crude and investment.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Europe establishes Ukraine reparations commission amid push to end war

The International Claims Commission is tasked with assessing reparation claims and determining amounts to be paid.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Ukraine updates: Europe creates a commission for war damages

The International Claims Commission for Ukraine will assess and decide on claims for reparations, including any amount to be paid out by Russia. It is unclear how it will force Moscow to pay. DW has the latest.

Deutsche Welle - World - 6 hours ago

Europe launches international commission for Ukraine war damages

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined European leaders in The Hague on Tuesday to launch an International Claims Commission with the aim of...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Russia to shift forces to Nato's border after Ukraine peace deal, leaders warn

Fnnish prime minister calls for more money for frontline states ahead of first summit of countries bordering Russia

Irish Times - World - 7 hours ago

US offers Kyiv security guarantee but no progress on territory talks

The United States offered NATO-style security guarantees to Ukraine as negotiators reported progress Monday in talks to end Russia’s war, though a deal...

Daily Sabah - World - 7 hours ago

Oil slips below $60 on Ukraine hopes, stocks retreat ahead US data

Oil prices slipped below the $60 level on Tuesday on renewed hopes for an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, while stock markets mostly fell as investors...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Zelensky Says Peace Proposals Could Be Presented to Russia Within Days

Zelensky says proposals negotiated with the U.S. on a deal to end the nearly four-year war with Russia could be finalized within days.

Breitbart - Politics - 8 hours ago

Russia says damaged launch pad crucial to its space programme will be fixed by February

MOSCOW, Dec 16 : Russia's space agency said on Tuesday that work was underway to repair a damaged launch pad at the Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan that underpins its space programme and that the facility should be back in use by February of next year. The pad was badly damaged in November when a Russian So

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 9 hours ago

Zelensky says peace proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters late Monday that a draft peace plan discussed with the US during talks in Berlin earlier in the day is “very workable.”

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Ukraine Presses for Breakthrough as Peace Talks Stretch Into a Second Day

Ukraine and U.S. envoys held extended Berlin negotiations on a revised peace plan as Zelenskyy weighed potential compromises on NATO ambitions while Russian strikes and entrenched positions underscored the conflict’s complexity.

OilPrice.com - Business - 10 hours ago

Iran-Russia relations rising to new level: Ambassador

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – Relations between Russia and Iran are rising to a new level, with the foreign ministers of the two countries set to discuss security issues in Moscow, Iran’s ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, says.

Mehr News Agency - World - 10 hours ago

Ukraine peace talks in Berlin focus on security guarantees

Washington officials say the US has agreed to provide unspecified security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a peace deal to end Russia's nearly four-year war.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

EU state offers to cover costs if Hungary cuts energy ties with Russia

Estonia could help Hungary cover penalties for terminating energy contracts with Russia, the Baltic country’s president has suggested

Russia Today - US News - 12 hours ago

Pakistan seeks oil deal with Russia as energy ministries hold talks, RIA reports

Russia and Pakistan are in talks on a potential oil-sector agreement, Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told RIA news agency in remarks published on Tuesday (Dec 16)."All of these areas are Russia’s strengths. And we would be very happy if Russia agreed on an agreement in this sector with Pak

Channel NewsAsia - World - 14 hours ago

US 'unwilling to compromise' with Ukraine on peace roadmap – WSJ

US negotiators are unwilling to compromise with Kiev’s representatives on the peace roadmap proposed by President Trump, the WSJ has claimed

Russia Today - World - 14 hours ago

Oil Prices Slip as Ukraine Peace Talks Progress and China's Economy Stalls

Oil prices fell in early Asian trading as optimism around Russia-Ukraine peace talks and weak Chinese economic data reinforced concerns about oversupply and soft future demand.

OilPrice.com - Business - 17 hours ago

U.S. agrees to provide security guarantees for Ukraine in latest peace talks, officials say -- Yesterday

Questions over postwar security and occupied territories have been the main obstacles in talks so far

The Globe and Mail - World - 17 hours ago

In a first, Ukraine says it struck Russian submarine in Black Sea port with underwater drones

Ukraine’s domestic security service, the SBU, said Monday that it struck a Russian submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, causing critical damage to the vessel and effectively disabling it.

CTV News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

'Truly remarkable' progress in Ukraine peace talks

The leaders were optimistic after meeting in Berlin, alongside talks between Ukraine and the US. A US official said about 90% of issues were resolved.

Sky News - World - 18 hours ago

Allied defence ministers to meet after US offers Kyiv security guarantees

A meeting in Berlin on Monday night saw European leaders including Sir Keir Starmer set out conditions for any peace deal with Russia.

Evening Standard - Politics - 20 hours ago

Britain's New Spy Chief Warns of 'Aggressive, Expansionist, and Revisionist' Russia

Her remarks come as European leaders have issued increasingly blunt warnings about Russia’s intentions beyond Ukraine.

Epoch Times - US News - 20 hours ago

Trump says Ukraine deal close, Europe proposes peace force

Washington has offered new security guarantees for Ukraine but gaps still remain over territory.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 20 hours ago

U.S. officials say Washington has agreed to give Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks

The officials said talks with President Trump’s envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, led to narrowing differences on security guarantees that Kyiv said must be provided, as well as on Moscow’s demand that Ukraine concede land in the Donbas region in the country’s east.

Los Angeles Times - World - 21 hours ago

Trump offers 'platinum standard' security guarantee for Ukraine in bid to end war

The NATO-like security proposal would only be on the table for a limited time. Germany’s leader said, “For the first time, a ceasefire now seems possible”.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 23 hours ago

Europe sets out conditions for Ukraine peace deal after Berlin meeting

Meanwhile, US officials have reportedly offered unspecified security guarantees to Ukraine.

Evening Standard - Politics - 22 hours ago

Europeans float peace force for Ukraine

European leaders on Monday floated a European-led multinational force, backed by U.S. support, to help enforce a potential peace agreement in Ukraine,...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Peace process for Ukraine closer than at any time since start of Russian invasion, says Merz

‘Real progress’ made during talks in Berlin between Kyiv and US officials as Zelenskiy says security guarantees needed

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Russia trying to 'bully' UK and allies with attacks under threshold of all-out war, MI6 chief says

Blaise Metreweli said Britain is "operating in a space between peace and war" and that everyone has a responsibility to understand the dangers.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine peace talks progressing, Russia open to EU membership, U.S. officials say

The war in Ukraine began nearly four years ago, when Russia invaded at the direction of its leader, Vladimir Putin.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

U.S Officials Say Washington Agreed to Give Ukraine Security Guarantees in Peace Talks

The U.S. has agreed to provide unspecified security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a peace deal to end Russia's nearly four-year war.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

US Extends 'Robust' Security Guarantees to Ukraine as Part of Peace Negotiations

While details are not finalized and required Senate approval, the White House expressed confidence that Russia might accept these new terms.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine-US talks 'real chance for peace process' — Germany

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Berlin for talks with Germany's Friedrich Merz and other European allies. Meanwhile, Brussels continues a debate on reparations loans to Kyiv. Follow DW for more.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia open to Ukraine joining EU after peace deal, US officials say

American and Ukrainian negotiators have been discussing what a U.S. official called a ‘very strong security package’ for Kyiv in Berlin

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Ukraine negotiatior claims 'real progress' in discussions with US

Ukraine’s negotiator Rustem Umerov said Monday that two days of talks in Berlin with a U.S. delegation resulted in “real progress” toward ending...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Russia Indicates It's Open to Ukraine Joining EU as Part of Peace Deal to End War, US Officials Say

The latest round of talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. envoys have ended as they and European allies seek an end to Russia's nearly four-year war.

Military.com - US News - 1 day ago

Ukraine Says 'Real Progress' Made on Russia Peace After Trump Envoy Talks

The talks in Berlin are another step towards ending Russia's war in Ukraine, though much work remains to secure a settlement.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine says 'real progress' made in new round of talks with the U.S.

Kyiv has now expressed readiness to drop its bid to join the NATO military alliance if the U.S. and other Western nations give it similar security guarantees.

NBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

European leaders expected to cement support for Ukraine amid US pressure to accept peace deal

BERLIN (AP) — European leaders are expected to cement support for Ukraine Monday as it faces Washington’s pressure to swiftly accept a U.S.-brokered peace deal. After Sunday’s talks in …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

Türkiye renews offer to Russia, Ukraine for peace talks

Addressing a gathering of Turkish ambassadors in Ankara on Monday, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Istanbul is still the only venue where Russia and...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 1 day ago

US, Ukraine achieve 'a lot of progress' at talks in Berlin

TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) – The delegations of the United States and Ukraine achieved "a lot of progress" during negotiations in the German capital of Berlin, US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff stated.

Mehr News Agency - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine drops NATO goal as Trump envoy sees progress in peace talks

The move marks a major shift for Ukraine, which has fought to join NATO as a safeguard against Russian attacks.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Witkoff and Kushner Touch Down in Berlin for Ukraine Peace Talks

U.S. envoys arrived in Berlin Sunday morning for another round of talks intended to secure a deal to end the war in Ukraine.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Western officials 'alarmed' over secret FBI-Ukraine meetings – WaPo

Western officials are concerned over meetings between Ukraine negotiators and the FBI, the Washington Post reports

Russia Today - World - 2 days ago

Two Killed in Drone Strikes on Russia While Moscow Targets Ukraine Energy Infrastructure

At least two were killed in a drone attack in Russia's Saratov region and parts of Ukraine went without power following targeted assaults.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

PM meets Belgian leader for talks on unlocking Russian assets for Ukraine

The Prime Minister hosted Bart De Wever at Downing Street meeting on Friday.

Evening Standard - Politics - 4 days ago

Russia strikes Turkish cargo vessel off Ukraine's Odesa

A major fire erupted after Russia targeted a Turkish cargo vessel anchored in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa in a missile attack on Friday. The cargo...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 4 days ago

Ukraine-Russia deal at 'decisive moment' as Trump pressures Zelensky for Christmas peace pact

Ukraine's leader said Wednesday he anticipates handing over a revised peace proposal to the US "in the near future."

New York Post - World - 4 days ago

Ukraine land concession vote may be on the table as US pushes peace deal, Zelensky suggests

President Zelensky suggested that Ukrainians would be allowed to vote on whether to hand over the Donbas region that Russia has repeatedly demanded as a way to secure an end to the war.

New York Post - World - 5 days ago

NATO secretary general warns Russia could target alliance members next amid rising tensions

Russia's growing aggression prompts NATO warning as recent railway blast in Poland and airspace violations signal escalating security threats across Europe.

Fox News - World - 5 days ago

Michael Clarke answers your Ukraine questions

Professor Michael Clarke, our military analyst, returns to answer your questions on the Ukraine war, this week joined by Sky News presenter Kamali Melbourne.

Sky News - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Ukraine Strikes Key Russian Oil Platform in Caspian Sea

Ukraine's security services executed a long-range drone strike on Lukoil's Vladimir Filanovsky offshore oil field in the Caspian Sea, marking an unprecedented escalation against Russian energy infrastructure and raising new geopolitical risks for global energy logistics.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Europe must 'take action' against Russia or risk becoming its 'next target', says NATO boss

Mark Rutte warned "too many don’t feel the urgency" to stop Vladimir Putin

WalesOnline - World - 5 days ago

Ukraine Open to Wartime Elections if Security Can Be Guaranteed

Zelenskyy signaled readiness to hold wartime elections if the United States and European partners can guarantee security, even as complex peace talks with Russia continue.

OilPrice.com - World - 6 days ago

Military aid to Ukraine dwindles as Europe struggles to fill US gap

Military aid to Ukraine plunged in the second half of 2025 as falling European contributions failed to fill the gap amid the halt in U.S. support, data...

Daily Sabah - Business - 6 days ago

Russia may exploit death of British soldier in Ukraine

The solider died on Tuesday following a "tragic accident" while watching the Ukrainian military test a new weapon away from the frontline, the MoD says.

Sky News - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Member of British armed forces killed in Ukraine in 'tragic accident'

The man died after watching his Ukrainian counterparts test a new defensive capability away from the front lines, the MoD said

Evening Standard - World - 7 days ago

Rare access inside a secret underground military base in eastern Ukraine

The unit that has been using this vast, subterranean warren of war rooms, a dormitory, kitchen, canteen and makeshift gym as its headquarters since the summer is imminently relocating, so Sky News was invited inside.

Sky News - World - 9 days ago

Bringing the Ukraine war to its endgame is going to mean messy compromises

Hard choices about territory, security, language rights, alliances, sanctions and resources are required

Irish Times - Opinion - 9 days ago

Warily watching US-Russia talks, Ukrainians vow not to surrender -- As U.S. and Russian negotiators met, and European leaders scrambled to make a peace deal palatable to Kyiv, Ukrainians were wary bystanders to talks over their future. But their view is firm: Yes to compromise, No to capitulation.

As U.S. and Russian negotiators met, and European leaders scrambled to make a peace deal palatable to Kyiv, Ukrainians were wary bystanders to talks over their future. But their view is firm: Yes to compromise, No to capitulation.

Christian Science Monitor - US News - 11 days ago

A Pivotal Week for Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Zelenskyy’s Paris talks with Macron mark the start of a pivotal diplomatic week as the U.S., Europe, and Ukraine push for a viable peace plan while battlefield violence and political turmoil continue.

OilPrice.com - World - 14 days ago

U.S.-Ukraine Talks Prove Productive Ahead of Moscow Meeting

U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators reported progress in Florida toward a revised peace framework for ending Russia’s war, even as Kyiv faces political turmoil and prepares for further talks with Moscow.

OilPrice.com - World - 15 days ago

Ayatollah Khamenei's view on Ukraine peace plan

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – In his recent televised speech, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, addressed the Ukraine crisis by referring to America’s interventions in various parts of the world.

Mehr News Agency - Opinion - 15 days ago

Arms industry investors in panic over Ukraine peace talks

A US-backed peace initiative has reportedly prompted a sell-off of German arms manufacturers’ stocks

Russia Today - Business - 22 days ago

A plan to humiliate Europe in Ukraine

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) – Trump's 28-point plan for Ukraine showed that he tried to secure Russia's opinion rather than being inclined towards NATO and European countries' policies and consulting with them to resolve the crisis.

Mehr News Agency - Opinion - 23 days ago

Ukraine signs letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale jets from France

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Monday that he had signed a letter of intent to obtain up to 100 Rafale warplanes from France as he...

Daily Sabah - Business - 29 days ago

Company Inks $7M Deal to Provide Satellite Technology to US Army -- The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international...

The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international military community rethink war tactics.

Military.com - Technology - 1 month ago

Greenpeace Accuses Russia of Destroying the Environment

A new Greenpeace report accuses Russia of accelerating environmental destruction and obstructing global climate progress as it prioritizes war and resource exploitation.

OilPrice.com - Environment - 2 months ago

Inside-net: Russia is dismantling free internet connections

The Russian authorities this year created a ‘white list’ of websites that are not to be blocked while everything else would not be available for users in Russia

Global Voices - Technology - 2 months ago

Starmer: 'Sooner or later' Russia must yield to peace

Leaders from Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada met virtually to discuss a proposed ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Voice of America - Top Stories - 9 months ago

Can the US pry Russia away from China?

Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine

Voice of America - Top Stories - 9 months ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 1 year ago

IOC president blasts Ukraine – media

International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Back has reportedly urged Kiev against calls to boycott the Paris 2024 Games

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Russia and Belarus may be permitted to send neutral delegations to the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine’s Sports Minister Vadim Guttsait says his country might boycott the Paris Olympics next year if Russia and Belarus are granted entry

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 3 years ago