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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,393

These are the key developments from day 1,393 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Aljazeera - US News - 14 minutes ago

Putin calls European leaders 'little pigs', vows to achieve Ukraine goals by diplomacy or military action -- 3 min read

Putin said Russia would take more land in Ukraine by force if Kyiv and European politicians whom he cast as “young pigs” did not engage over US proposals for a peace settlement.

First Post - Top Stories - 19 minutes ago

Putin issues grim warning if Ukraine peace talks fail

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Moscow will extend its invasion of Ukraine if Kyiv and its allies do not meet his maximalist demands in the strained peace talks.

New York Post - World - 1 hour ago

Zelensky says proposals for U.S.-brokered peace deal could be presented to Russia within days -- December 16, 2025

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

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 hour ago

Canadian military intelligence officer allegedly shared classified information with Ukraine -- December 16, 2025

Master Warrant Officer Matthew Robar was charged with passing secrets to a foreign entity

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 1 hour ago

Ukraine latest: Zelensky urges allies to show united front in Brussels

Ukrainian president’s call comes after Putin launched bizarre rant against West amid ongoing US-brokered peace talks

Independent UK - World - 2 hours ago

Majority of Belgians oppose theft of Russian assets to fund Ukraine – poll

Some 67% of Belgians oppose EU moves to seize frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, according to a recent poll published in Belgian media

Russia Today - World - 3 hours ago

Satellite images show damaged Russian base after Ukraine says it hit submarine with underwater drone

A video of the attack on Novorossiysk with the Sub Sea Baby drone shows a calm port with several ships, before a massive explosion that kicks up water and debris.

NBC News - World - 11 hours ago

Russia rejects compromise on occupied Ukraine regions, Kremlin says - Ukraine's president said that following the Berlin talks, the US delegation will now proceed to discussions with Russia, but it is unclear whether Washington envoys convince Moscow to stop its war and accept the draft plan. 16/12/2025

Ukraine’s president said that following the Berlin talks, the US delegation will now proceed to discussions with Russia, but it is unclear whether Washington envoys convince Moscow to stop its war and accept the draft plan.

Euronews - World - 4 hours ago

Ukraine Hits Slavyansky Oil Refinery and Rostov Depot in Overnight Deep Strikes

Ukrainian drones conducted a relentless series of overnight attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, including an oil refinery, a fuel depot, and strategic offshore drilling rigs in the Caspian Sea, signaling a major expansion of the deep strike campaign.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

UK tells Abramovich to give Chelsea sale cash to Ukraine or face court

Russian oligarch has been warned by the UK government that he could face legal action if funds from Chelsea sale are not used for humanitarian aid.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Russia will seek to extend gains in Ukraine if peace talks fail, says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on Wednesday that Moscow will seek to extend its gains in Ukraine if Kyiv and its Western allies reject the Kremlin...

Independent.ie - World - 7 hours ago

Putin derides European leaders as he insists Russia's war goals in Ukraine will be met by force or diplomacy

Russian President Vladimir Putin declares Russia's Ukraine war goals will be achieved through negotiations or military force with diplomatic efforts.

Fox News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Zelenskyy sends allies plea ahead of key EU decision - and Ukraine makes Russian budget claim

The EU is set for an unprecedented showdown tomorrow around its efforts to fund Ukraine's defence - and Volodymyr Zelenskyy has a message for its members. Meanwhile, his foreign minister claims Moscow's budget is "in the red" and provides them an opportunity. Follow the latest here.

Sky News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

US Congress passes massive defence bill that includes support for Ukraine and Europe

Bill provides funding for Kyiv, boosts Europe's security and raises troop pay.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 6 hours ago

Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud' of what he died doing

Lance Corporal George Hooley was killed in an accident while observing Ukrainian forces testing a new defensive weapon.

Evening Standard - Politics - 7 hours ago

Zelensky stresses Russia's expansionist aims as Ukraine-Germany defense ties deepen

ALBAWABA- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking at a joint press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin, asserted that Ru

Albawaba - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

'Pay up now' – Keir Starmer tells Roman Abramovich to hand over £2.5 billion Chelsea funds for humanitarian causes in Ukraine

Keir Starmer has warned Roman Abramovich that "the clock is ticking" for him to donate the £2.5 billion proceeds from the sale of Chelsea to Ukraine.

Independent.ie - Sports - 7 hours ago

Putin derides 'European swine' and claims West started war in Ukraine

Russia’s president disparaged European leaders on Wednesday, calling Ukraine’s allies “swine” who wanted “to feast on the collapse of Russia” as he blamed the West for Moscow’s war against Ukraine and threatened to continue waging his full-scale invasion.

Euronews - World - 8 hours ago

Putin predicts European 'swine' backing Ukraine will lose power

Russian president vows to liberate ‘historic lands’ in hardline speech

Irish Times - World - 8 hours ago

Merz warns of direct NATO-Russia conflict

NATO troops could engage Russian forces if a potential future Ukraine ceasefire is broken, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Russia Today - World - 8 hours ago

Putin warns Russia will extend gains in Ukraine if peace talks fail

Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning that Moscow will extend its gains in Ukraine if Kyiv and its Western allies reject the Kremlin's demands in peace talks

Independent UK - US News - 9 hours ago

Putin Says Russia Will Use 'Military Means' to Extend Gains in Ukraine if Peace Talks Fail

Putin warned that Moscow will seek to extend its gains in Ukraine if Kyiv and its Western allies reject the Kremlin's demands in peace talks.

Breitbart - Politics - 9 hours ago

U.S. Weighs New Oil Sanctions on Russia if Putin Rejects Peace Deal

The United States is preparing a new set of sanctions targeting Russia's oil exports, including its shadow fleet, if Russian President Vladimir Putin rejects a U.S.-brokered peace agreement for Ukraine.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy to attend EU summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the summit in Brussels on Thursday. Meanwhile, Hungarian Prime Minister Orban warned the EU not to use frozen Russian state assets for Ukraine. DW has all the updates.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

'Pay up': PM demands Russian oligarch transfers £2.5bn to help Ukraine or face legal action

Roman Abramovich has been told to transfer the frozen profits from the sale of his stake in Chelsea FC for humanitarian assistance in Ukraine, or be taken to court.

Sky News - Politics - 10 hours ago

Canadian intelligence officer charged with spying for Ukraine – media

A Canadian counter-intelligence officer is facing espionage charges after sharing state secrets with a Ukrainian operative

Russia Today - World - 10 hours ago

U.K. gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has been given a final chance to turn over the 2.5 billion pounds (US$3.25 billion) that he promised to give victims of Russia’s war in Ukraine from the sale of Premier League club Chelsea, the British government said Wednesday.

CTV News - Sports - 10 hours ago

UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine

LONDON (AP) — Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has been given a final chance to turn over the 2.5 billion pounds ($3.25 billion) that he promised to give victims of Russia's war in Ukraine from …

Bay to Bay News - World - 11 hours ago

Putin vows to reach war goals, extend Ukraine 'security buffer zone'

President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Russia plans to expand a “security buffer zone” in Ukraine and will achieve its goals through either...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

How can Ukraine rebuild China ties scarred by Russia's war?

Beijing is a crucial trading partner of Kyiv, but its political ties have been hampered by Russia's full-scale invasion.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Putin says Russia will 'certainly' achieve its goals in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday Moscow would "certainly" achieve its goals in the offensive in Ukraine, including seizing the territories it claims are its own, amid a flurry of international diplomacy to end the war.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 13 hours ago

Ukraine hits Russian sub with underwater drones for the first time - Ukraine's Security Service said its underwater Sub Sea Baby drones attacked Russia's Novorossiysk naval base and disabled a Project 636.3 Kilo-class submarine carrying Kalibr cruise missiles. 15/12/2025

Ukraine’s Security Service said its underwater Sub Sea Baby drones attacked Russia’s Novorossiysk naval base and disabled a Project 636.3 Kilo-class submarine carrying Kalibr cruise missiles.

Euronews - World - 14 hours ago

Trump says envoy leading Ukraine talks 'knew nothing about Russia'

The US president said he chose Steve Witkoff to lead negotiations as he had ‘the best personality’

Independent UK - US News - 15 hours ago

A New Kind of War Has Come for NATO—And Russia Has the Upper Hand

With peace in Ukraine still elusive, progress from U.S. initiatives have officials discussing a postwar security landscape.

Newsweek - World - 15 hours ago

On Russia's Front Line: New Photos Give Rare Glimpse of Ukraine War

War photographer Goran Tomasevic of The Globe and Mail spent more than a month taking photos of Russian forces fighting Ukraine

Newsweek - World - 16 hours ago

Ukraine uses underwater drone for first time to strike Russia

ALBAWABA - The Ukrainian military announced using an underwater drone to attack Russia for the first time since the start of the war between Kyiv and Mo

Albawaba - World - 17 hours ago

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

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

CNBC - World - 19 hours ago

Zelensky says new 'Trump peace plan' will be ready in days

Zelensky left Germany armed with Nato-style security guarantees – but was still unclear on territory

Independent UK - World - 20 hours ago

Key details about latest Ukraine peace deal – and Russia's objections

Ukraine emerged from two days of talks with Trump’s envoy positive about progress

Independent UK - US News - 20 hours ago

Iran, Russia highlight strategic partnership in key talks

TEHRAN, Dec. 17 (MNA) – In high-level talks in Moscow, Iran and Russia underscored their deepening strategic partnership.

Mehr News Agency - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Berlin warns opponents of Ukraine 'reparations loan' plan

Using the frozen Russian sovereign assets for the Ukraine loan plan is the best option for the EU, the German Europe minister insists

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Zelensky stealing election before it has been announced

The overstaying Ukrainian leader has made a show of agreeing to hold a vote – but his preconditions make a mockery of it

Russia Today - World - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

EU eastern flank leaders press for stronger defence as Russia threat looms

ALBAWABA- Leaders from eight European Union countries on the bloc’s eastern and northern borders called on the EU to make the defence of its eastern fla

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day 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 - Business - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

How Russia strikes back at EU asset seizure plan

The EU wants to support Ukraine with the help of frozen Russian state assets. But Moscow is fighting back, and is suing the Belgian financial services provider Euroclear, which manages the assets.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

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

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - Business - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - World - 1 day 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 - Business - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 2 days 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 - 2 days ago

Trump Unapologetic About His Response to Rob Reiner's Death: 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 - 2 days 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 - 2 days 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 - 2 days 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 - 2 days 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 - Politics - 2 days 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 - 2 days 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 - US News - 2 days 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 - World - 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 - 5 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 - 6 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 - 6 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 - 6 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 - 6 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 - 6 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 - 7 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 - 7 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 - 7 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 - 8 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 - 10 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 - 10 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 - 15 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 - 16 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 - 16 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 - 23 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 - 24 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 - 1 month 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