Ukraine

After being 'forced' to sell his 35 percent stake in the bank for 3 percent of the market price the sale, Oleg Tinkov left Russia and eventually renounced his citizenship.

Zelensky heads to US to meet Trump as Russia bombards Kyiv

More than 500 drones and 40 missiles — including Kinzhal hypersonic weapons — were launched in strikes that continued long into Saturday

Powerful explosions rock Kyiv ahead of Zelensky-Trump meeting

The air alert comes as Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday to discuss a proposed plan to end the fighting that has killed tens of thousands since 2022.

Security guarantees, territory and nuclear plant stall Ukraine–US peace framework

Ukraine–US talks on ending Russia’s war remain stalled over security guarantees, territory and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, as Kyiv and Washington consult Moscow and agree to continue dialogue on framework.

Ukraine says it hit Russian gas processing plant, oil refinery

Long-range UAVs successfully hit the Orenburg gas processing plant, about 1,050 miles (1,700 km) east of Kyiv

How could Zelenskyy’s peace plan change the conflict with Russia?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy unveiled a 20-point peace plan, proposing security guarantees, Donbas demilitarisation or economic zones, troop withdrawals, and EU accession, awaiting Russia’s response amid ongoing diplomatic negotiations with the US.

Zelenskyy outlines troop withdrawals, Donbas demilitarisation in 20-point peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a 20-point peace plan, including Donbas demilitarisation, troop withdrawals, security guarantees, and economic zones, awaiting Russia’s response as US and Ukrainian envoys negotiate implementation details.

UK sanctions Pakistani tycoon Lakhani for Russian energy role

The British sanctions also designated a cadre of companies, including Lakhani’s Mercantile & Maritime Group.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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!"

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.

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.

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."

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.