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Donald Trump says progress is being made toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war, citing talks with Vladimir Putin, while warning deep hostility between Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy complicates peace efforts globally.
The New START, which Medvedev signed in 2010 when he was Russia’s president, expires today (February 5) unless Washington and Moscow reach a last-minute understanding.
Ukraine’s military depends heavily on Starlink for battlefield communications and for operating certain drone missions. Tens of thousands of Starlink terminals are used by Ukrainian forces across the frontlines.
In the video, a voice believed to be that of the commander can be heard berating the soldiers for attempting to abandon their posts and refusing orders.
The clock is a symbolic measure of how near the world is to catastrophe, based on threats such as nuclear war, climate change, emerging technologies and disinformation.
“I’m doing it to save lives. I’m doing it for Europe. It doesn’t affect us very much. I have the ability to get things done like this, and we’ll see if I can get it done," Trump said.
Lavrov argued that European leaders are convincing NATO to shift its focus toward conflict with Russia by expanding military postures and encouraging confrontation.
Russia’s military said the missile launch was retaliation for what it claimed was an attempted Ukrainian drone strike late last year on one of Putin’s residences in Novgorod.
Donald Trump’s decision to amplify the piece came as US intelligence agencies rejected Moscow’s claim about an attempted Ukrainian strike on Putin.
The peace agreement is 90 per cent ready. Ten per cent remains. And that is far more than just numbers, says Zelenskyy in a video message posted on his Telegram handle.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Ukraine carried out the attack late on Monday, adding that Russian air defences intercepted and brought down 91 drones.
Zelenskyy said Ukrainians remain united by a single hope during the festive season, even as Russian attacks continue across the country.
Trump went further to dramatise the situation, claiming that “eight planes were shot down” and that the conflict was rapidly escalating before it was brought under control.
With Ukraine demanding long-term security and Russia refusing to compromise on territory or NATO involvement, the coming days could determine whether the war edges toward negotiations or continues with no clear end in sight.
His comments echo earlier remarks by White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, who also said that “the road to peace runs through New Delhi” while praising Indian leadership.
Von der Leyen said the EU’s contribution would be part of a broader international effort. She explained that the goal is to help Ukraine defend itself and negotiate peace from a position of strength.
Mayor Vitaly Klitschko warning people to remain in shelters during the attack.
Russia’s leader says US peace ideas could start talks but demands Ukrainian withdrawal, threatening force. Diplomacy continues amid battlefield claims, drone attacks, scepticism, and IMF support as costs mount pile.
Trump has since taken a special interest in Driscoll’s work, referring to him as his “drone guy” due to his focus on modernising US forces and prioritising advanced military technology.
At the time of the Witkoff-Ushakov call, Trump was basking in the success of his drive to end the war in Gaza
Russia currently occupies about one-fifth of Ukraine's territory, devastated by months of conflict.
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.
Russian President Vladimir Putin had welcomed the original US plan, saying it could be a basis for a deal.
Last week, Washington presented Kyiv and its European partners with a 28-point peace proposal, a move that reportedly caught many off guard.
Reports indicate that the proposal reflects several of Russia’s longstanding demands, raising concerns that it could weaken Ukraine’s sovereignty and negotiating position.
