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UK sanctions Pakistani tycoon Lakhani for Russian energy role
The British sanctions also designated a cadre of companies, including Lakhani’s Mercantile & Maritime Group.
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Zelenskyy signals Ukraine peace plan could be presented to Russia within days
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says draft peace proposals negotiated with the United States could be finalised within days and presented to Russia, though territorial issues and security guarantees remain unresolved.
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Trump says peace deal with Russia 'closer than ever' as European leaders propose multinational force
US President Donald Trump said a Ukraine peace deal is “closer than ever” after Berlin talks with European leaders proposing a multinational force, while Zelensky noted progress but territorial differences remain.
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US agrees to offer Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks, officials say
The United States has agreed to provide security guarantees to Ukraine as part of peace talks with Russia, with further negotiations expected as disagreements persist over territory and postwar security arrangements.
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Berlin talks: Zelensky sees 'real progress' as US offers security guarantees amid Russia conflict
Ukrainian President Zelensky described Berlin talks with Trump envoys as challenging but productive, highlighting new US security guarantees. Differences remain over territorial concessions, while European leaders and NATO follow the discussions closely.
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Russia strikes Ukraine with over 450 drones, 30 missiles, targeting energy sector, says Zelenskyy
Russia launched over 450 drones and 30 missiles across Ukraine, mainly targeting energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy confirmed civilian damage, power outages, and urged continued international support to defend and restore essential services.
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Ukraine war: Zelensky visits Kupiansk frontline, rejects Russia’s takeover claims
President Volodymyr Zelensky visited frontline Kupiansk, releasing video evidence to refute Russian claims of capturing the city, praising Ukrainian troops and insisting territorial control strengthens Kyiv’s diplomatic position.
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EU nears Russian asset freeze deal to ease Ukraine loan
Moscow would retain a legal claim on the assets, however, which has left Belgium anxious that it could face repercussions.
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Trump faces stalled Russia-Ukraine talks as deadlines slip and Moscow hardens its stance
The US president’s self-imposed Thanksgiving deadline for a peace deal has passed without progress, leaving Washington weighing how much pressure to apply on Kyiv — and how to read Vladimir Putin’s unchanged territorial demands.
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Europe is nearing deal to end Russian fossil fuels imports
Despite recent attempts by the US to broker a peace deal in Ukraine, the EU has no plans to give up on the shift away from Russian gas.
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Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow
Witkoff left the talks to travel to Moscow where he will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday.
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Vladimir Putin to hold Ukraine talks with US envoy Witkoff in Moscow as deal hopes rise
Russia’s president meets US envoy in Moscow after Washington–Kyiv talks, as Europe calls the week pivotal, Kyiv seeks backing in Paris and Donald Trump voices optimism for ending the war.
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Ukraine claims hit on Russian ‘shadow fleet’ Black Sea tankers
Ukraine’s SBU used naval drones to strike two sanctioned Russian oil tankers, Kairos and Virat, off Turkey’s Black Sea coast, aiming to disrupt Moscow’s oil exports amid heightened maritime risks.
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'Mayday, need help': Russian shadow fleet Virat crew before Ukrainian drone attack
In a video, the crew can be heard saying, "This is VIRAT. Help needed! Drone attack! Mayday!"
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How Europe struggled to regain influence after Trump’s Ukraine peace plan leaked
Europe was blindsided by Washington’s 28-point proposal and scrambled to reinsert itself into negotiations that directly shaped its own security landscape.
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US says Ukraine has accepted peace deal framework, Zelensky says talks still ongoing
Zelensky’s comments suggest that while progress has been made, Ukraine has not yet declared the deal complete. He has consistently stressed the need for any agreement to fully safeguard Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.
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Zelenskyy thanks 'President of America', says Ukraine 'never wanted war' after Trump's 'zero gratitude' remark
Zelesnkyy's remarks also countered Trump’s criticism directly: “Ukraine has never wanted war, and we will never be an obstacle to peace."
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Confusion and controversy: Marco Rubio labels Ukraine peace plan a leaked Russian ‘wish list’
Marco Rubio’s conflicting statements on Trump’s 28-point Ukraine peace plan fueled diplomatic confusion as Kyiv, European allies, and Zelensky assess the controversial proposal, while Russia signals conditional acceptance and ongoing negotiations continue.
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Washington seeks to ‘iron out’ details of Trump peace proposal with Ukraine in Geneva
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Ukrainian officials in Geneva to discuss Trump’s controversial peace plan, while Kyiv and European allies seek changes to safeguard sovereignty and security guarantees.
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Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by the US
Senator Mike Rounds, a Republican, on Saturday said that Rubio had called him and other senators and said it was a proposal that the US had received and passed on to Ukraine
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Why Pokrovsk has become a crucial battleground in eastern Ukraine
Russia’s offensive in Pokrovsk has intensified, with over 75% under its control. Ukraine resists in northern areas as the city’s strategic location makes it pivotal for both military and political objectives.
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US threatens to cut intel, weapons to press Ukraine into peace deal: Sources
Washington has presented Ukraine with a 28-point plan, which endorses some of Russia's principal demands in the war, including that Kyiv cede additional territory, curb the size of its military and be barred from joining NATO.
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Drone hits Turkish tanker in Ukraine’s Odesa region amid rising Black Sea tensions
A drone struck a Turkish-flagged tanker in Ukraine’s Odesa region, setting it ablaze. All crew evacuated safely. The attack follows ongoing Russian strikes on Black Sea ports and energy infrastructure.
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Ukraine pushes to resume prisoner exchanges as talks aim to free 1,200 captives
Ukraine says efforts are under way to restart prisoner exchanges with Russia that could free 1,200 Ukrainians, as Russian drone strikes damage Odesa’s energy infrastructure amid intensifying winter assaults.
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Ukraine’s energy corruption crisis: Why Zelensky faces his toughest political test
Ukraine is facing a major corruption scandal in its energy sector, triggering ministerial resignations and allegations against a close ally of President Volodymyr Zelensky, as anti-graft agencies uncover a $100 million embezzlement scheme.
