Volodymyr Zelensky

Despite promising progress, Zelensky has stressed that Ukraine cannot sign off on any agreement without explicit provisions to safeguard the country’s future.

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.

'Something good may be happening': Trump signals optimism on Ukraine peace talks as revised US plan takes shape

Last week, Washington presented Kyiv and its European partners with a 28-point peace proposal, a move that reportedly caught many off guard.

'Won't betray Ukraine': Zelensky says Kyiv risks losing US support over Trump's plan to end war

Reports indicate that the proposal reflects several of Russia’s longstanding demands, raising concerns that it could weaken Ukraine’s sovereignty and negotiating position.

Russia is desperate to capture Pokrovsk: Why this city matters to both sides in the Ukraine war | Explained

Russia has shifted its tactics. Instead of a full-scale frontal assault, it has been using a slower method, sending small units and drones to disrupt supply lines and encircle the city.

Is the US pushing Ukraine to give up land and cut its army for peace with Russia? Here's what we know

The proposal has alarmed European allies, who fear it may pressure Kyiv into accepting conditions that weaken its sovereignty and long-term security.

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.

Zelensky sanctions former business partner amid $100 million corruption scandal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky imposed sanctions on former business partner Timur Mindich over a $100 million corruption scandal, as Kyiv faces outrage and pressure from allies to intensify anti-graft efforts.

NATO’s Mark Rutte downplays rift with Zelensky, says Trump holds key to Ukraine peace

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte downplayed tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasising that only Trump can achieve peace between Moscow and Kyiv, despite a rift in recent White House talks.

Russia's most unprecedented war tactic? How Moscow is 'brainwashing' Ukrainian children in 200+ facilities | Explained

Ukraine has officially identified more than 19,500 children as unlawfully deported or forcefully taken by Russia since its full-scale invasion, but officials believe the true number is much higher.

Kremlin says Russia–Ukraine peace talks on ‘pause’ as Trump mediation stalls

The Kremlin said Friday that peace talks between Russia and Ukraine were on "pause" as US President Donald Trump's efforts to end the three-and-a-half-year conflict falter.

'You'll see things happen': Trump to speak with Zelensky tomorrow, hints at new sanctions on Russia

Trump also hinted at fresh sanctions against Russia if it fails to make a Ukraine peace deal, saying that "you'll see things happen" if he is not satisfied with President Vladimir Putin's response.

Putin says ready to meet Zelensky, 'but is there any point?'; warns war will continue without peace deal

Putin said he had always been open to meeting Zelensky but reiterated the Kremlin's oft-repeated stance that such a meeting had to be well prepared in advance and lead to tangible results.

4,132 drones, 156 missiles: Russian attacks on Ukraine dip in August amid fruitless peace talks

The fall off in drone strikes came after months of escalating aerial attacks and meetings US President Donald Trump hosted with the Russian and Ukrainian leaders that ended without any breakthrough.

Former Ukrainian Speaker Andriy Parubiy shot dead in Lviv, confirms Zelensky

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned it as a 'horrific murder' and identified the victim as Andriy Parubiy, a prominent politician who served as speaker in the 2010s.

Trump signals possible Kim Jong Un meeting, expresses skepticism on Ukraine peace efforts

Trump raised doubts about potential talks between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky, even as the US pushes for a negotiated peace in Ukraine.

'Can't see Putin changing his mind': Germany ready to back security guarantees for Ukraine after war

The remarks came a day after Ukraine marked its Independence Day, with President Volodymyr Zelensky declaring that the presence of foreign troops after the war would be “important” for the country’s security.

The Ukraine peace puzzle: What ending the war means to Trump, Putin and Zelensky, and why that’s a problem

On the surface, all three leaders are talking about peace. But dig deeper, and it becomes clear that “peace” means very different things to each of them.

Trump says US air support possible for Ukraine security guarantee, warns of 'rough' situation if Moscow-Kyiv talks fail

Moscow has long said it will not tolerate Ukraine joining NATO and has been hostile to the idea of Western troops deploying to the former Soviet territory.

Trump rejects Kyiv’s NATO membership demand, says maybe Putin 'doesn't want to make a deal'

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday reiterated his opposition to Ukraine’s NATO membership, aligning with a long-standing Russian demand.

Trump says Putin agrees to security guarantees for Ukraine, Zelensky ready for trilateral talks

Trump on Monday said Russian President Vladimir Putin had agreed during summit talks last week to provide security guarantees for Ukraine as part of any peace deal.

Trump rules out ceasefire, eyes trilateral with Ukraine, Russia; tells Zelensky ‘Putin wants war to end’

Trump welcomed Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky to the White House on Monday for high-stakes talks on a possible peace deal with Russia.

Zelensky opts for black jacket instead of suit for White House meeting with Trump

Earlier, the White House had inquired whether Zelenskyy planned to wear a suit for the Oval Office meeting, which will also include several European leaders.

Crimea: Why Russia seized it, its strategic importance and its role in Ukraine War | Explained

Zelensky has rejected ceding any Ukrainian land. Russia currently controls roughly 20 per cent of Ukraine’s territory, including Crimea.

Ukraine’s lost lands: What you need to know about territories occupied by Russia | Explainer

Russia has reportedly demanded the whole of the eastern regions of Donetsk and Lugansk in exchange for a freeze on the southern front line in Kherson and Zaporizhzhia.