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Ukraine peace talks stretch into second day at start of pivotal week for Europe

BERLIN: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will resume talks with United States President Donald Trump's envoys in Berlin on Monday (Dec 15), after the US side said a "lot of progress" had been made on ending Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II. Zelenskyy will again meet US envoy Steve Wi

Channel NewsAsia - World - 16 minutes ago

European leaders expected to cement support for Ukraine amid U.S. pressure to accept peace deal

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.

CTV News - World - 24 minutes ago

Ukraine ready to drop NATO membership ambition amid peace talks

President Zelenskyy says Kyiv could drop its long-held bid of joining alliance in exchange for security guarantees.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 26 minutes ago

Zelenskyy, US envoys to resume talks as Ukraine says ready to drop NATO bid

High-level talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine gain momentum as two countries exchange drone attacks.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 45 minutes ago

What it would take to stop Putin fighting in Ukraine -- As peace talks continue in Berlin, what - if anything - could potentially change Putin's mind? And could Europe do anything differently?

As peace talks continue in Berlin, what - if anything - could potentially change Putin's mind? And could Europe do anything differently?

BBC News - World - 1 hour ago

Ukraine updates: EU allies continue peace talks in Berlin

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 - World - 1 hour ago

Ukraine may give up NATO dreams for end of war, Zelensky says -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that his country may give up its dream of joining NATO, at least temporarily, for an end to the war and security guarantees.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that his country may give up its dream of joining NATO, at least temporarily, for an end to the war and security guarantees.

UPI - Top Stories - 1 hour 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 - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Türkiye urges Russia, Ukraine on Black Sea security -- President Erdoğan has warned that the Black Sea should not become a battlefield after a Turkish vessel was hit at a Ukrainian port.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan warned on Saturday that the Black Sea should not become an "area of confrontation" between Russia and Ukraine, following recent strikes that highlight risks to regional navigation.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 5 hours ago

Zelensky, US envoys to push on with Ukraine talks in Berlin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was set to push on with talks in Berlin on Monday with U.S. President Donald Trump's envoys on how to end the grinding war with Russia.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 5 hours 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 - Politics - 5 hours ago

What is Nato and is Ukraine a member?

Military alliance was created in aftermath of WWII in hope of bringing stability in Europe and beyond

Independent UK - World - 6 hours ago

Ukraine war latest: MI6 chief to issue Putin warning amid peace talks

MI6 chief to issue a stark warning to Vladimir Putin, vowing sustained pressure on Russia

Independent UK - World - 6 hours 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 - 8 hours ago

US hails 'progress' after five hours of peace talks with Zelensky

Starmer to join European allies and US envoys for talks on Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Independent UK - World - 10 hours ago

Zelensky ditches NATO ambition as U.S. envoy Witkoff sees progress in peace talks -- Yesterday

Zelensky met Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner at talks hosted by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin

The Globe and Mail - World - 11 hours ago

Peace talks between Zelensky and Trump envoy in Berlin end after five hours

Move comes as Ukrainian president and US envoys arrive in Berlin for another round of negotiations to end Russia’s war

Independent UK - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Zelensky offers to drop NATO bid in return for security guarantees, rejects push to cede land

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is willing to drop Ukraine's NATO goal in return for Western security guarantees. But he refuses to cede land to Russia.

Los Angeles Times - World - 13 hours ago

Kim Jong Un welcomes back North Korean soldiers returning from fighting for Russia - North Korea staged a big ceremony for soldiers returning from fighting in Russia, video from state media showed. Nine of them died, according to the official report. 13/12/2025

Video. North Korea staged a big ceremony for soldiers returning from fighting in Russia, video from state media showed. Nine of them died, according to the official report.

Euronews - World - 13 hours ago

Zelensky states Ukraine is willing to give up official NATO aspirations, requests 'Article 5-like' guarantees from the U.S.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that he is willing to give up aspirations of Ukraine joining NATO in exchange for security guarantees to end the war.

One America News Network - US News - 14 hours ago

Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO aspirations, remains against ceding territory to Russia -- -

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday voiced readiness to drop his country's bid to join NATO in exchange for Western security guarantees, but rejected the U.S. push for ceding territory to Russia as he held talks with U.S. envoys on ending the war.

CBC News - World - 15 hours ago

Zelenskyy, US envoys meet in Berlin for talks on ending Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Sunday with envoys of U.S. President Donald Trump in Berlin to discuss possible paths to ending the war with...

Daily Sabah - World - 17 hours ago

Zelenskyy abandons hope of Ukraine joining NATO ahead of peace talks

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

NBC News - Entertainment - 18 hours ago

Zelensky Ready to Make Major Concession In Ukraine Peace Talks: Report

U.S. President Donald Trump had pledged to end the war in Ukraine in just 24 hours before he returned to office in January.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 22 hours 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 - Politics - 23 hours ago

Slovakia 'won't support anything' that prolongs Ukraine conflict – Fico

Slovakia will vote against measures allowing the use of frozen Russian assets to help arm Ukraine, Prime Minister Robert Fico has said

Russia Today - World - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

Ukraine suffers blackouts after Russian attack

As European, US and Ukrainian officials prepare to meet in Berlin to discuss possible paths toward peace, Russia has stepped up attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Kushner, Witkoff travel to Germany for pivotal talks with Zelensky, European leaders in search of Ukraine peace deal

US officials are headed to Berlin for a high-stakes sit-down Monday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders – as Washington presses for an elusive peace deal to end the...

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Ukrainian drone attack kills 2 in Russia as over a million people in Ukraine lose power

Ukrainian drone attack in southwestern Russia killed two people as parts of Ukraine went without power after Russian assaults on energy sites hours before peace talks were to restart in Germany.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

2 killed in Russia, millions in Ukraine without power as energy infrastructure targeted -- -

At least two people were killed in a drone attack in Russia’s southwestern Saratov region, and parts of Ukraine went without power following targeted assaults on energy infrastructure, local authorities said Saturday, as U.S.-led peace talks on ending the war press on.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine peace talks to resume in Berlin with US, European advisers

Foreign policy advisers from the United States, Ukraine, Germany and other partners are set to resume discussions in Berlin on Sunday aimed at advancing a...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

Drone attack kills two in Russia as peace talks with Ukraine press on

A drone attack in Russia's Saratov region has killed at least two people, reports suggest

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Drone technology is critical to Ukraine's fight against Russia - Recent incursions into NATO territory and manpower shortages faced by the Ukrainian armed forces have accelerated advances in drone technology. No longer just complementary to traditional warfare, they are a necessity on the frontline against Russia – and increasingly on Europe's eastern flank. 12/12/2025

Recent incursions into NATO territory and manpower shortages faced by the Ukrainian armed forces have accelerated advances in drone technology. No longer just complementary to traditional warfare, they are a necessity on the frontline against Russia – and increasingly on Europe’s eastern flank.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Territory for Peace? Leaked Miami talks reveal shift in US strategy on Ukraine

ALBAWABA - Officials familiar with the talks said quiet, high-level conversations in Miami between American and Russian delegates generated a controvers

Albawaba - World - 2 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,388

These are the key developments from day 1,388 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Aljazeera - US News - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 days ago

Fyodor Lukyanov: Washington no longer sees Russia as Mordor

But the US’ new strategy raises a deeper question: can a pan-European house ever be rebuilt?

Russia Today - Top Stories - 2 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 - 3 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 - 3 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 - 3 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 - 3 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 - 3 days ago

China and Russia Stage Border Exercises near Japan

Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Shinjiro denounces a joint Chinese-Russian bomber flight as an act of intimidation.

Breitbart - World - 3 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 - 3 days ago

Keir Starmer to chair coalition of the willing call after Trump talks on Ukraine

The Prime Minister is expected to co-chair a call with leaders and officials from around 30 nations on Thursday.

Evening Standard - Politics - 4 days ago

Tributes paid to 'born soldier' British paratrooper killed in Ukraine

Lance Corporal George Hooley died on Tuesday morning while observing Ukrainian forces testing a new defensive capability.

Evening Standard - Politics - 4 days ago

Ukraine, US Officials in Agreement on Ukraine Reconstruction Plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted security as key to post-war economic outlook in talks with U.S. officials.

Epoch Times - US News - 4 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 - 4 days ago

UK Gov't Admits British Soldier Was Killed on the Ground in Ukraine

The UK government has revealed that a British soldier was killed in Ukraine while testing an air defence system.

Breitbart - World - 4 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 - 5 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 - 5 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 - 5 days ago

Ukraine at 'critical moment' in war as European allies ramp up pressure on Russia

"We all know that the destiny of this country is the destiny of Europe," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said.

CNBC - Politics - 6 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 - 7 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 - 8 days ago

US, Ukraine meet for 3rd day talks, say progress hinges on Russia

Officials from the United States and Ukraine are set to hold third straight day of talks in Miami on Saturday, with the White House saying the two sides...

Daily Sabah - World - 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 - 10 days ago

Ukraine territory compromise eludes US, Russia in Moscow talks

The U.S. and Russia have failed to reach any compromise or breakthrough on the Ukraine war in their high-stakes talks in Moscow, the Kremlin said Tuesday....

Daily Sabah - World - 12 days ago

Irish News Video -- 'Thank you Ireland' – Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the Dáil and tells TDs and senators: 'Help us achieve real peace'

‘Thank you Ireland’ – Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the Dáil and tells TDs and senators: ‘Help us achieve real peace’

Independent.ie - World - 12 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 - 12 days ago

Trump Peace Delegation Heads To Moscow After Upbeat Talks With Ukraine

The effort, led by Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff, has reached a point where direct engagement with the Kremlin is considered necessary. Russian officials confirmed that President Vladimir Putin will meet the American delegation on Tuesday, raising expectations for a rare moment of potential

International Business Times - World - 13 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 - 13 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: How peace efforts are fuelling a diplomatic mess

A cacophony of conflicting strategies and goals are emerging from Washington, Moscow and European chancelleries

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 13 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 - 14 days ago

Ukraine to back 'essence' of peace deal with Russia, official says

The ‘essence’ of the peace plan is supported by Ukraine but some of the most sensitive issues remain to be discussed, an official said

Evening Standard - World - 19 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 - 20 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 - 21 days ago

Ukraine Secures French Fighter Jet Deal as Kremlin Pushes for New U.S. Summit

Ukraine has signed a landmark 10-year deal with France for 100 Rafale fighter jets as Russia signals interest in a new summit with the United States to discuss ending the war.

OilPrice.com - World - 26 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 - 27 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 - 8 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