Zelenskyy responds positively to Putin’s suggestion for talks, but insists on a complete, lasting, and reliable ceasefire.
Zelenskyy Sees Hope in Russia’s Consideration of Ending the War Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently expressed optimism regarding Russia’s proposal for an in-person meeting in Istanbul. While he appreciates the gesture, he emphasized his team is looking for Russia to agree to a “permanent” ceasefire starting tomorrow. In a post on social media, Zelenskyy conveyed, […]
Vladimir Putin’s Suggestion for “Direct Talks” to Resolve the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Moscow On Sunday, Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested a direct meeting with Ukraine, proposing Istanbul as the location on May 15th. He stated, “It wasn’t Russia that halted the negotiations in 2022; it was Kyiv. Still, we’re offering for Kyiv to resume talks directly, without any conditions.” Putin continued, “Despite the circumstances, we invite the […]
Ukrainian ambassador to the US on Putin’s remarks about nuclear weapons: ‘He poses a danger’
Oksana Markarova, Ukraine’s ambassador to the U.S., expressed her concerns regarding remarks from Russian President Vladimir Putin about nuclear weapons, labeling him a significant threat. During her appearance on CBS News’ “Face the Nation,” host Margaret Brennan inquired about Putin’s recent comments expressing a desire for nuclear weapons to be unnecessary in resolving the ongoing […]
Zelensky Won’t Ensure Safety for Putin’s Associates at Red Square Event
Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concerns over the invitation extended by Russia to foreign officials for the Red Square Parade on May 9. “We cannot be held responsible for what happens within the territory of Russia. While they offer security, we cannot provide any guarantees,” Zelensky reportedly said, as quoted by the RBC News […]
Volodymyr Zelensky States Ukraine Will Not Engage in Russia’s Vladimir Putin’s “Games” With a Brief Ceasefire
Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the three-day ceasefire proposed by Russian leader Vladimir Putin, labeling it a mere ploy. However, Zelensky did mention that he’s open to a comprehensive ceasefire. So far, Russia has turned down an unconditional 30-day ceasefire advocated by both Kyiv and Washington. “This feels like another performance by him; […]
Shaheen Urges Bipartisan Action on Secondary Sanctions Against Russia Amidst Putin’s Delays
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) urged for bipartisan backing for dual sanctions on Russian products, stating that President Vladimir Putin is “sucking his foot down.” “We need to adopt Graham’s laws, navigate both chambers, and implement those secondary sanctions against Russia,” Shaheen remarked regarding the legislation proposed by GOP Senator Lindsey Graham (SC). Graham shared on […]
Air raid alerts in Ukraine after Putin’s Easter ‘ceasefire’ ends | Ukraine
Ukraine blew the city of Mikolife early on Monday, causing Ukraine to issue air raid alerts in Kiev and the eastern half of the country, authorities said hours after the end of the one-day Easter “ceasefire” declared by President Vladimir Putin. Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed the Russian president’s unilateral Easter ceasefire declaration as a fake “PR” […]
Volodymyr Zelenskyy skeptical of Vladimir Putin’s temporary Easter ceasefire
Ukrainian President Voldymir Zelenki expressed skepticism over the announcement that Russian President Vladimir Putin would observe a temporary ceasefire during Easter holidays on Saturday. After the announcement, Zelenskyy posted X that air raid alerts were sounding across Ukraine, adding that Russian attack drones had been detected in the air. “The Shahed drone in our sky […]
Putin’s play for an Indonesian airbase was always likely to fail – but Russia has wider ambitions | Australia news
The Defense Industry Report, claiming that Russia has requested a permanent base in Indonesia’s remote Papua region at Australia’s northern gateway, sent Canberra to Tailspin. However, in Indonesia, the frenzy was surprised by Australia’s close election campaign. Foreign policy and defense experts are very skeptical of the prospect that Jakarta will acquiesce to such Russian […]
Trump ‘supported’ Putin’s idea for hockey games between American, Russian players
President Donald Trump “supported” the idea of an organized hockey game between American and Russian players during a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to the release of the Kremlin call. The comments came as part of a long call among world leaders, centered around Ukraine's current conflict. “Donald Trump supported Vladimir Putin's […]