Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded Sunday to Russia’s proposal for direct peace talks by welcoming the idea—but only under the condition of an immediate and temporary ceasefire. Zelenskyy reiterated his call for a 30-day unconditional halt to hostilities, emphasizing that a ceasefire is the “very first step” to ending the war.
Russian occupation authorities have unveiled a bust of Soviet dictator Josef Stalin in the Ukrainian city of Melitopol, marking the first such monument erected in seized territory since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began in 2022. The unveiling took place Thursday as part of Russia’s Victory Day celebrations, commemorating its role in defeating Nazi Germany during World War II.
Russian President Vladimir Putin's declared three-day ceasefire, intended to coincide with Victory Day celebrations, unraveled within hours as Russian forces launched attacks on Ukraine's northeastern Sumy region.
Russia faced significant disruptions to air travel early Tuesday as Ukraine launched 105 drones in an overnight strike, prompting flight restrictions at more than a dozen airports, including four in Moscow.
A Russian drone assault on Kharkiv late Friday left 47 civilians wounded and triggered a renewed plea from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for stronger international support. Drones struck 12 locations across Ukraine’s second-largest city, damaging residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, according to local officials.
The European Union (EU), led by France, is finalizing a 17th round of sanctions targeting Russia, reinforcing growing transatlantic unity aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
President Donald Trump confirmed he urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to pursue a peace deal with Russia during their widely viewed meeting at the Vatican.
President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met privately on Saturday at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City ahead of Pope Francis’ funeral. The two leaders discussed efforts to secure a ceasefire and reach a lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia.
