Putin Open to Dialogue with Macron if Political Will Exists
Russian President Putin says he’s ready to talk with French President Macron if both share the political will, as EU leaders consider dialogue amid stalled Ukraine peace efforts.
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US and Russia Hold Florida Talks on Ukraine Peace Plan
US and Russian officials met in Florida this past weekend to advance a peace plan for the Ukraine conflict. Talks were called constructive, but key issues still hang in the balance.
Zelenskyy in Poland: New Era in Security & Energy
On his first visit to Poland since August, President Zelenskyy and Karol Nawrocki pledge stronger security ties and joint LNG projects to make Poland a key energy hub.
Report: Nord Stream sabotage suspect confirmed as Ukrainian soldier
A German magazine reveals the prime suspect in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blasts was an active Ukrainian special forces captain. He’s now in German custody awaiting trial.
Zelenskyy Offers to Trade NATO Membership for Security Guarantees
Zelenskyy offers to drop Ukraine’s NATO membership demand in exchange for U.S. and European security guarantees as Berlin talks begin.
Ukraine Unveils Revised 20-Point U.S. Peace Framework
Zelenskyy presented a revised 20-point framework to the U.S. to end the conflict with Russia, but key issues over Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia remain unresolved.
Wartime Votes? Why Ukraine Is Delaying Elections
Ukraine has postponed elections under martial law since February 2022, extending Zelenskyy’s term amid war. With polls banned and safety a concern, voting waits for peace and security.
Russian Forces Push into Myrnohrad as Ukraine Holds Lines
Russia’s top general says forces have seized over 30% of Myrnohrad as Ukraine holds its lines. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy pushes revised peace plan to the U.S. amid fierce fighting.
Belgium Pushes Back Against EU’s Frozen Russian Assets Plan
On Dec 3, 2025, Belgium rejected the EU’s proposal to use profits from frozen Russian assets as collateral for a loan to Ukraine, citing legal and financial risks.
Putin Warns Europe: Russia Ready If Conflict Erupts
President Putin warns Europe that Russia is ready to respond if conflict erupts, accusing European powers of cutting off peace talks on Ukraine.