49% of Russians support withdrawal of troops from Ukraine, poll says
A majority of those surveyed (53%) also said it was more important for Russia to oust Ukrainian forces from Kursk Oblast than to occupy more territory in eastern Ukraine.
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‘Russia must feel it’s going to lose’ – Zelensky’s ‘victory plan,’ explained
More than 2.5 years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, as Moscow continued to make rapid advances in the east and launch relentless missile attacks across Ukraine, Kyiv seemed to be facing a stark choice: make territorial concessions for an unjust peace or prepare for a prolonged war, sacrificing more
Opinion: The harsh truth behind Ukraine’s peace prospects
Plans for ending the war, rumors of a new “Minsk 3.0” contact group, preparations for elections in Ukraine… The casual observer might be excused for thinking peace in Ukraine is just around the corner. This is fueled by a lot of wishful thinking both in Ukraine and abroad, but
None of Ukraine's plans to end the war envisages ceasefire, ceding territory, Podolyak says
"(Freezing of the conflict) will not lead to the end of the war," Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to the Presidential Office, told Current Time on Sept. 17.
Zelensky's office denies report that victory plan includes ceasefire along existing lines
An advisor for President Volodymyr Zelensky denied a news report suggesting Zelensky's peace plan will include a partial ceasefire, calling it a "fake."
Explainer: Why Zelensky slammed the China-Brazil peace plan
A six-point peace plan jointly proposed by China and Brazil sparked a furious outburst from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky this week, who described it as "destructive." China and Brazil first put forward the plan in May, setting it up as an alternative to Ukraine's own efforts of initiating peace negotiations
We asked 5 prominent Ukrainians about Trump's debate comments on Ukraine
In between claiming immigrants were eating pets, and insisting some U.S. states allow abortions to be performed after a baby is born, Donald Trump on Sept. 10 once again raised concerns about what his second term in office would mean for Ukraine. Speaking during the highly-anticipated presidential debate between
Scholz urges speedier efforts to end Russia's war on Ukraine
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the urgency of resolving Russia's war against Ukraine, stating that he and President Volodymyr Zelensky agree on the need to include Russia in future peace negotiations.
Zelensky: Diplomacy 'not at the expense of 30% of our territory'
Ukraine is committed to peace but not at the expense of giving up its territory, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a sit down with representatives of the Indian media that was published on Aug. 25.
Kursk incursion ‘breaks’ Russia's attempts to dictate peace terms, boosts Ukraine’s leverage
Ukraine’s surprise invasion of Russia’s Kursk Oblast has derailed Russia's plans to dictate a peace deal on its terms and strengthened Ukraine's hand in any future negotiations, Ukrainian officials and analysts say. “We must force Russia, with all our might and together with our partners, to make peace,
China claims its Ukraine peace plan has support of more than 110 countries
China officially declares itself a neutral party to Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine and has denied providing lethal aid to both sides, but Beijing and Moscow continue to develop closer ties, most recently with Russian President Vladimir Putin visiting his counterpart Xi Jinping in May.
Opinion: Is momentum building for peace talks?
Over the past week, several developments suggest that momentum might be building for peace talks in Ukraine. Firstly, Ukraine appears to have made significant concessions in negotiations with bondholders, indicating the prospect of a debt restructuring by September. This urgency only makes sense if there is an expectation that the
Ukraine will introduce 'action plan for peace' by end of November, Zelensky says
The president said Kyiv will start "detailed discussions with relevant countries" on territorial integrity and other issues, according to NHK.
Orban accuses US of blowing up Nord Stream pipelines amid anti-Western tirade
Russia blamed the U.S. and U.K. for blowing up the Nord Stream pipelines connecting Russia and Germany in September 2022. Investigations have so far failed to find conclusive evidence, and both Denmark and Sweden dropped the case in February 2024. The German investigation is still ongoing.
Russia's Lavrov claims he 'does not listen' to Ukraine's peace talks statements
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said he "does not listen" to Ukraine's statements about peace talks, claiming recent comments from senior Kyiv officials have been contradictory.
Сeasefire would leave 25% of Ukraine under Russian control, ambassador says
"Many countries have proposed the idea of a ceasefire, but no one thinks about what it means. Some 25% of Ukrainian territory would remain under Russian control, which means buying time for Russia to strengthen its capabilities and resume its attacks on Ukraine," Ambassador of Ukraine to Turkey Vasyl Bodnar said.
Ukraine war latest: Russia will be soon forced to scale down attacks, Ukrainian commander says
Key updates on July 25: * Russia will be forced to scale down its attacks in a month and a half, Ukrainian commander says * Kherson Oblast fortifications are 97% complete, Shmyhal says * Peace talks impossible without Russia, China at table, Czech president says * Romania confirms Russian drone debris landed on its
Peace talks impossible without Russia, China at table, Czech President says
Peace negotiations on the war in Ukraine will be impossible without the participation of Russia and China, Czech President Petr Pavel told CTK in an interview published on July 25.
China 'unshakably' committed to Ukraine's territorial integrity, Kuleba says
"My Chinese colleague clearly said that he agrees that we need not the illusion of peace, but a just and sustainable peace," Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said on July 24 during his visit to China.
Ukraine, Russia seemingly 'in unison' on peace talks, claims Kremlin, while Kyiv remains skeptical
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is in China where the topic of how to end Russia's full-scale war has been top of the agenda.
Kuleba holds more than 3 hours of talks with Chinese FM
"China has always been firmly committed to promoting a political solution to the crisis," the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement regarding the talks.
Portugal believes Ukraine alone should lead any peace process
The European Union must stay committed to its policy that any discussions about ending the war in Ukraine should be led by the government in Kyiv, according to Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel.
Ukraine war latest: Kyiv confirms Russian ferry 'seriously damaged' in attack on Crimea
Key updates on July 23: * Ukraine confirms Russian ferry 'seriously damaged' in attack on Crimea * Ukraine shoots down another Russian Su-25 jet in Donetsk Oblast * 55% of Ukrainians oppose territorial concessions to achieve peace, poll finds * Ukraine and Moldova in talks about returning draft dodgers * Russian attacks against Ukraine injure
Kuleba lands in China, urges 'direct' peace talk discussions with Beijing
During the visit, Kyiv's chief diplomat and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi will discuss Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine, China's role in achieving just and stable peace, and Ukrainian-Chinese relations, Kyiv's Foreign Ministry said on July 22.
55% of Ukrainians oppose territorial concessions to achieve peace, poll finds
When asked about a possible set of acceptable conditions for peace, the highest number of respondents (62%) said that a situation in which Ukraine regains all occupied territories and becomes a member of the EU but refuses to join NATO would have the broadest level of support.
Our peace efforts have to engage Russia, but not on Putin's terms, EU's top diplomat says
Responding to a question about Kyiv's plans for a second peace summit, Borrell said he is certain that President Volodymyr Zelensky's "will to continue advancing on peace talks and to have another conference with Russia's attendance is real."
Zelensky on Trump's peace plan: No one can push Ukraine to give up territory for peace
"If one person in the world, and this person is Donald Trump, can stop the war in 24 hours, the question is what price, and who will pay?" Zelensky said in an interview with BBC.
Klitschko: Zelensky 'risks political suicide' in case of concessions to Russia, will need to hold referendum
"How can we explain to the country that we need to give up pieces of our territory that cost the lives of thousands of our fighting heroes? Whatever move he makes, our president risks political suicide," he said.
Johnson says Trump has 'the strength and bravery' to bring peace to Ukraine
Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised Republican nominee Donald Trump's chances to end the Russian war in Ukraine in a July 19 opinion for Daily Mail.
Orban will continue his so-called 'peace mission' after criticism from EU, Bloomberg says
During an interview on state radio, Orban said that the EU needs to join China and the U.S. in light of potential Trump's return to power to press Russia and Ukraine to start peace negotiations, Bloomberg reported.
Ukraine aims to end 'hot stage' of war by end of 2024, Zelensky says
The world must exert pressure on Russia and force it to consider ending its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview with the BBC on July 18.
Global peace summit communique reaches 87 signatories
The global peace summit communique has reached 87 signatories so far, Swiss President Viola Amherd said on July 18 at the European Political Community Summit on July 18, attended by a Kyiv Independent reporter.
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