Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Trump Officials Meet Ukrainian Delegation to Advance Peace Efforts Amid Ongoing Russian Attacks
Nov 30, 2025 07:38 pm CST
Top Trump administration officials are meeting with Ukrainian negotiators in Florida to broker an end to Russia's war, while preparing for key talks with Putin in Moscow. The discussions come amid leadership changes in Ukraine, continued Russian attacks on civilian areas, and diplomatic tensions following Ukraine's strike on an oil terminal used by Kazakhstan.
US Treasury Announces New Russia Sanctions Amid Escalating Ukraine Conflict and Failed Peace Efforts
Oct 23, 2025 04:23 am CST
The Trump administration is set to announce significant new sanctions against Russia as peace negotiations stall and Ukraine faces intensified missile attacks across multiple cities. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed the sanctions plan while Ukraine's President Zelenskyy seeks international support and additional military capabilities after Russian strikes killed civilians, including children, and damaged critical infrastructure ahead of winter.
Trump-Putin Budapest Summit Postponed Amid Shifting Ukraine War Strategy
Oct 22, 2025 02:46 am CST
The planned Trump-Putin summit in Budapest has been put on hold following diplomatic exchanges between US and Russian officials. European leaders express relief as they oppose Ukraine ceding territory for peace and continue pushing to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense. Trump's position on the conflict continues to fluctuate, while Zelenskyy maintains that only sustained pressure on Russia will lead to meaningful peace negotiations.
White House Press Secretary Leavitt's "Your Mom Did" Response Sparks Controversy with Huffington Post Reporter
Oct 21, 2025 01:54 pm CST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt sparked controversy by responding "Your mom did" to a Huffington Post reporter inquiring about a planned Trump-Putin meeting on Ukraine. Leavitt publicly criticized reporter SV Date as a "left-wing hack," while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has expressed interest in joining the potential Budapest summit if invited.
Marco Rubio Meets Russia's Lavrov On Sidelines Of UN General Assembly
Sep 25, 2025 09:24 am CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).