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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 - 12 minutes ago

According to media reports, the Russian public prosecutor's office has classified DW as an "undesirable organization."

According to Russian media reports, the Russian public prosecutor's office has classified the German international broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW) as an "undesirable organization." DW's Director General Barbara Massing gives a statement in response to the developments.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Zelenskyy abandons hope of Ukraine joining NATO ahead of peace talks

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

NBC News - Health - 1 hour ago

Ukraine war latest: Zelensky begins crunch peace talks with Trump envoy in Berlin

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

Independent UK - Politics - 2 hours ago

Over a million homes have been left without power after the attacks on the eve of US-Ukraine talks in Berlin.

Over a million households have been left without power after Russia's overnight drone and missile attacks. The strikes come on the eve of US-Ukraine talks in Berlin.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia had attacked Ukraine with over 450 drones and 30 missiles.

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 - 2 hours ago

Eulogies speak to the heroism of Ukraine's war dead -- In the Ukrainian city of Lviv, time literally stops as three fallen warriors are laid to rest. Holly Williams reports on how the city mourns its heroes - praising their sons' courage, while channeling their grief into Ukraine's ongoing defense against Vladimir Putin's invaders.

In the Ukrainian city of Lviv, time literally stops as three fallen warriors are laid to rest. Holly Williams reports on how the city mourns its heroes – praising their sons' courage, while channeling their grief into Ukraine's ongoing defense against Vladimir Putin's invaders.

CBS News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Ukraine live: Zelensky begins crunch peace talks with Trump envoy

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

Independent UK - World - 2 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 - World - 3 hours ago

US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrive in Berlin for talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine

US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrive in Berlin for talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

Bay to Bay News - World - 4 hours ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy ditches ambition to join NATO ahead of peace talks

Ukraine has relinquished its ambition of joining the NATO military alliance in exchange for Western security guarantees, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

CNBC - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Girls and women fleeing Mali describe sexual violence by Russian forces

DOUANKARA, Mauritania — The girl lay in a makeshift health clinic, her eyes glazed over and her mouth open, flies resting on her lips. Her chest barely moved. Drops of fevered sweat trickled down her forehead as medical workers hurried around her, attaching an IV drip.

Manila Times - World - 5 hours ago

US Envoys Arrive in Berlin for Another Round of Ukraine Peace Talks -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will meet personally with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will meet personally with U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner in Berlin.

Military.com - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

US Envoys Arrive in Berlin for Another Round of Ukraine Peace Talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will meet personally with U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner in Berlin.

Military.com - US News - 5 hours ago

Türkiye urges Russia, Ukraine on Black Sea security after attack on Turkish vessel

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 - 6 hours ago

WAR IN UKRAINE -- Kyiv digs in for a war-weary winter in Ukraine -- December 12, 2025

A city endures a week of uncertainty in December, from rolling blackouts to air-raid sirens and other hazards of the Russian invasion

The Globe and Mail - World - 6 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 - 6 hours ago

Hungary Orbán slams Brussels over Russian assets freeze - The Hungarian prime minister strongly condemned a move by the EU to indefinitely immobilise Russian Central Bank assets, widely seen as a way of circumventing a Hungarian veto. 12/12/2025

The Hungarian prime minister strongly condemned a move by the EU to indefinitely immobilise Russian Central Bank assets, widely seen as a way of circumventing a Hungarian veto.

Euronews - World - 7 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 - 8 hours 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 - 8 hours ago

Russia, Ukraine trade attacks as US-Europe plan peace talks

Moscow pounded Ukrainian power infrastructure with drone and missile strikes on Saturday and Kyiv launched a deadly strike of its own on southwestern Russia, a day before talks involving senior European and U.S. officials aimed at ending the war were set to resume.

Manila Times - World - 16 hours 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 - 17 hours ago

EU agrees to indefinitely freeze Russian sovereign assets -- December 12, 2025

Decision removes obstacle to using cash to finance Ukraine’s war effort

The Globe and Mail - World - 18 hours 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 - 20 hours ago

Ukraine says Russian drone attack hit civilian Turkish vessel

KYIV: Ukraine's navy accused Russia of deliberately attacking a civilian Turkish vessel carrying sunflower oil to Egypt with a drone on Saturday (Dec 13), a day after Moscow hit two Ukrainian ports.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 21 hours ago

2 dead in Russia following drone attack as millions in Ukraine lose power

Russia launched overnight drone and missile strikes on five Ukrainian regions.

New York Post - World - 23 hours 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

U.S. to lift some trade sanctions on Belarus, a close Russian ally, official says

Belarus had previously faced Western sanctions for its crackdown on human rights and for allowing Moscow to use its territory in the invasion of Ukraine

NBC 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

EU freezes €210bn of Russian assets ahead of pivotal Ukraine peace talks

Witkoff has led negotiations ⁠with Ukraine and Russia regarding ⁠a US peace proposal

Irish Times - 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 - 1 day ago

Valerii Zaluzhnyi: How to defeat Russia and build a stronger EU and Ukraine

The conflict in Ukraine has been going on for 12 years, beginning with the 2014 invasion of Crimea. There is no doubt over Russia’s political goal: the abo...

Independent.ie - World - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

EU's permanent freeze on Russian assets sets stage for new confrontation with Moscow

ALBAWABA - The European Union has agreed to freeze €210 billion in Russian assets for an indefinite period of time. Moscow called this a hostile escalat

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

EU bypasses vetoes to freeze Russian assets indefinitely: As it happened

The EU has voted to freeze Russia’s foreign assets indefinitely using an emergency clause to bypass vetoes from opposing member states

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

British banks oppose EU push to steal frozen Russian assets – FT

British bankers are against the plan to use immobilized Russian assets for a loan to Kiev, the Financial Times has reported

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

U.S. plan sees Ukraine joining EU in 2027, official tells AFP

Ukraine would join the European Union as early as January 2027 under the latest U.S. plan to end the war with Russia, a senior source familiar with the matter told AFP on Friday.

CTV News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukrainians sue US chip firms for powering Russian drones, missiles

Lawsuits may force Intel, AMD, and Texas Instruments to do more to control chip supply chains.

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 1 day ago

EU indefinitely freezes Russian assets so Hungary and Slovakia can't veto their use for Ukraine

Using a special procedure meant for economic emergencies, the EU blocked the assets until Russia gives up its war and compensates Ukraine for the damage it has inflicted.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

EU freezes Russian assets to block Hungary, Slovakia vetoes

The European Union on Friday agreed to indefinitely freeze Russian assets to stop Hungary and Slovakia from blocking their use in funding support for...

Daily Sabah - Business - 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

Kremlin Official Says Russian Police and National Guard to Stay in Ukraine's Donbas Even After Peace

A senior Kremlin official says that the Russian police and National Guard will remain in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas to oversee the prized industrial region, even if a peace settlement ends the nearly four-year war — a possibility that is likely to be rejected by Ukrainian officials as U.S.-led negotiations drag on.

Military.com - US News - 2 days ago

Zelensky Visits Troops on Ukraine War Front After Win Over Russia

The gains are a rare battlefield victory for Ukraine as Russia advances elsewhere in the war.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

US deportations to Russia spark draft fears and FSB intimidation - Dozens of Russian nationals deported from the United States received military summonses immediately after landing in Moscow, according to human rights activists. Others faced separation from loved ones and FSB threats, family members of deportees told Euronews. 11/12/2025

Dozens of Russian nationals deported from the United States received military summonses immediately after landing in Moscow, according to human rights activists. Others faced separation from loved ones and FSB threats, family members of deportees told Euronews.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Everyone in Ukraine except Zelensky 'loved' my plan – Trump

US President Donald Trump has claimed that everyone except Vladimir Zelensky backed his peace plan

Russia Today - US News - 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 - 2 days ago

EU backers of Russian asset theft are 'psychologically at war' – Belgian PM

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has accused the EU backers of stealing Russia’s assets of being “mentally” at war with Russia

Russia Today - US News - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 days ago

US still pressing for big territorial concessions from Ukraine: Zelenskyy

The United States is still insisting that Ukraine give up significant amounts of territory to Russia in order to bring an end to the conflict initiated by...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 days ago

Hungover Russians delayed Ukraine's 'Pearl Harbor'-style attack on Moscow: report

It was just one of many hiccups Ukraine faced in the clandestine mission this past spring.

New York Post - 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 - 3 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 - 3 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 - 3 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

Does Russian Feminism Have a Future?

A Russian feminist reflects on Julia Ioffe’s history of modern Russia.

The Nation - Entertainment - 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 days ago

Trump pressures Zelenskyy for new elections, warns Ukraine of 'a point where it's not a democracy anymore'

Diplomatic tensions escalate as President Donald Trump casts doubt on Ukraine’s democracy, criticizing its ongoing wartime ban on national elections.

Fox News - World - 5 days ago

Belgium balks at EU plan to seize Russian assets, citing fear of Kremlin retaliation

Belgium blocks EU plan to seize Russian assets for Ukraine aid, citing serious fears of Putin retaliation and potential war escalation against Europe.

Fox News - World - 5 days ago

Major Italian bank winding down Russian operations – Kommersant

UniCredit Group has reportedly sold the assets of its leasing company in Russia as part of its exit strategy

Russia Today - Business - 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 - 5 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 - 7 days ago

India's Russian oil boom undermines Western sanctions, Ukrainian officials warn

India continues buying discounted Russian oil despite Western sanctions, then exports refined petroleum products to Europe, undermining restrictions.

Fox News - Business - 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 - 8 days ago

Judo's world governing body has dropped its ban on Russian athletes competing under their national flag.

Judo's world governing body has dropped its ban on Russian athletes competing under their national flag. The measure had been imposed over Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 9 days ago

Von der Leyen facing new pushback over 'crazy' Russian asset plan – FT

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants to tap €210 billion in frozen Russian assets despite the legal concerns

Russia Today - Business - 10 days ago

Ukraine, trade, pandas: What China's Xi and France's Macron discussed in Beijing

China said it is open to importing more high-quality goods from France while urging a "fair, conducive environment" for Chinese businesses in the European nation.

CNBC - Business - 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 - 11 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 - 12 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

Despite Russia's war of aggression and ongoing Ukrainization, Russian is still often spoken in school playgrounds. Why?

Despite Russia's war of aggression and ongoing Ukrainization, Russian is still often spoken in school playgrounds. Why? DW spoke with students, parents, teachers and experts.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 15 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

US, Ukraine Push Forward On Revised Peace Deal Amid Trump Tensions

The refreshed draft reflects more of Ukraine's core security demands, though the full contents have not been disclosed.

International Business Times - World - 20 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

Blocking Russian asset sale could trigger oil supply crisis – trader

Lukoil has moved to sell its overseas assets to the Swiss-based trader following the latest US sanctions

Russia Today - Business - 1 month ago

Russian tycoon warns of surge in global gas prices

The EU will drive up gas prices if it completely phases out Russian imports, the head of Novatek has said

Russia Today - 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

Young Russian street singer charged for singing songs by prohibited musicians

The prosecution was triggered by viral videos of Stoptime’s performances on Nevsky Prospect, where the musicians played songs by artists labeled as “foreign agents”: Monetochka, Noize MC, Zemfira, and Pornofilmy.

Global Voices - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Russian man arrested under anti-terror law after talking about yoga

The Yarovaya law includes restrictions on religious groups and followers of 'non-traditional' religions

Independent UK - Weird - 4 months ago

Art and Arms: 2 Aspects of Resistance in Ukraine's Fight for Freedom

In Ukraine, everyone has a war story. It may not be combat, but it is the constant burden of destruction.

Military.com - Opinion - 10 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

Medvedev beats Rublev in all-Russian final

Daniil Medvedev won the ATP Dubai Duty Free tournament, beating compatriot Andrey Rublev in two sets in Saturday’s final

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Russian star dethrones UFC pound-for-pound king

Russia’s Islam Makhachev handed Alex Volkanovksi his first loss in a decade, in an instant classic in the UFC 284 main event

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years 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

Russian youngster wins Australian Open junior title

Alina Korneeva defeated compatriot Mirra Andreeva in Saturday’s final in Melbourne

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Djokovic hits out at media after father's Russian flag row (VIDEO)

Novak Djokovic says his father was mistranslated in a video which showed him alongside Russian supporters at the Australian Open

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