Russia Ukraine conflict
Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan: Negotiations Progress as President Awaits Final Deal Before Meeting Putin and Zelenskyy
Nov 26, 2025 09:53 pm CST
President Trump has dispatched negotiators to advance Ukraine peace talks, stating he will only meet with Putin and Zelenskyy once a final agreement is reached. The revised peace proposal has narrowed disagreements, though challenges remain regarding territorial concessions and Ukraine's NATO aspirations. Despite White House optimism, international skepticism persists about reconciling the fundamentally opposing objectives of the warring parties.
Inside the Diplomatic Back Channel: How US Envoy Guided Russia on Pitching Ukraine Peace Plan to Trump
Nov 26, 2025 10:06 am CST
US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff held a strategic phone call with Kremlin official Yuri Ushakov, coaching him on how Vladimir Putin should approach Donald Trump about a Ukraine peace plan. This diplomatic back channel reveals the origins of the controversial 28-point peace proposal that the US has pressured Ukraine to accept, providing unprecedented insight into the complex negotiations between Washington and Moscow.
Trump Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Ceasefire While Reiterating Russian Oil Import Assertions
Oct 26, 2025 11:38 am CST
President Trump has reasserted his role in mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, despite India's denials of third-party involvement. He also maintained that India will stop Russian oil imports by year-end, a claim Indian officials continue to reject. These statements come as Trump embarks on an Asia tour, with planned meetings with Xi Jinping while postponing talks with Putin until progress on Ukraine is made.
Russia Continues Preparations for Trump-Putin Summit Despite Uncertainty Over Timeline
Oct 23, 2025 01:18 am CST
Russian officials confirm ongoing preparations for a potential Trump-Putin summit focusing on Ukraine peace negotiations, while both leaders emphasize the need for productive talks. Despite postponed diplomatic meetings and no immediate timeline, Moscow maintains its position on ceasefire conditions as the conflict continues with Russia controlling 19% of Ukrainian territory.
Russia Conducts Nuclear Drills as Putin-Trump Summit on Ukraine Conflict Faces Delay
Oct 22, 2025 10:25 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin oversaw strategic nuclear forces drills featuring missile launches as his planned summit with US President Trump was postponed. The exercises, testing Moscow's nuclear triad capabilities, came amid ongoing disagreements over Ukraine ceasefire conditions, with officials from both nations emphasizing the need for thorough preparation before presidential talks can proceed effectively.
Russian Drone Strike on Ukrainian Kindergarten Leaves One Dead as Zelensky Condemns "Brazen" Attack
Oct 22, 2025 10:16 pm CST
A Russian drone struck a kindergarten in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing one person and injuring seven others as 50 children were evacuated. President Zelensky condemned the attack as "Russia's spit in the face" to peace efforts, occurring just hours after US President Trump postponed his planned summit with Putin. The kindergarten strike was part of a series of attacks that also targeted Kyiv, resulting in multiple civilian casualties.
Trump Postpones Putin Meeting Over Ukraine Peace Negotiations: "I Don't Want a Waste of Time"
Oct 22, 2025 08:45 am CST
President Donald Trump has delayed a planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing concerns about wasting time without progress on Ukraine. European leaders express relief while supporting Trump's latest position that fighting should stop along current lines. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelensky continues diplomatic efforts as Russia signals opposition to a ceasefire without comprehensive settlement.
Trump Urges Zelensky to Make Peace Deal with Russia as Ukraine Seeks Tomahawk Missiles
Oct 18, 2025 05:07 pm CST
In a pivotal White House meeting, President Donald Trump advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to negotiate a settlement with Russia based on current battle lines, while withholding approval for requested Tomahawk missiles. Following his recent call with Putin and upcoming Budapest summit, Trump appears increasingly optimistic about ending the conflict diplomatically, telling both leaders "it's time to stop the killing and make a deal."
Zelensky and Trump to Meet Friday: Crucial Discussions on Ukraine's Air Defense and Russia Strategy
Oct 14, 2025 02:24 pm CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington on Friday, marking his third White House visit this year. The high-level talks will focus on strengthening Ukraine's air defense capabilities and developing strategies to increase pressure on Russia amid ongoing attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. A Ukrainian delegation including the Prime Minister has already arrived in the US for preliminary discussions with American officials and defense companies.
Nuclear Safety Threats Escalate as Russian Drone Strikes Cut Power to Chernobyl Site
Oct 03, 2025 05:14 pm CST
Russian drone strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure caused a power outage at the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site, raising significant concerns about nuclear safety. The attack follows the disconnection of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant from the grid, with both facilities requiring constant power for cooling systems to prevent potential radiation incidents. President Zelensky condemned Russia for deliberately creating nuclear threats, while Putin denied the accusations and warned of possible retaliation.