Russian negotiator Dmitriev confirms talks in Washington between April 2-3
"Restoring dialog is a difficult and gradual process. But every meeting, every frank conversation allows us to move forward," Kirill Dmitriev said.
Vladimir Putin
Putin issued a decree. Now, millions of Ukrainians face an impossible decision
As the U.S. tries to bring an end to the war in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree that appears to present Ukrainians living in occupied territories with a choice — submit to Russian law by Sept. 10 or face punishment. The decree, published by the Kremlin
‘Two big leaders were speaking secretly with Putin,’ Serbia's Vucic claims
"I know at least two big leaders that were speaking secretly to (Putin) because of course I still have my friends in the Kremlin," Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said.
Half of Russians back temporary ceasefire in Ukraine, poll shows
The Levada Center survey found that 26% of respondents strongly support a truce, while 24% "somewhat support" it. Meanwhile, 41% oppose the idea, including 25% who strongly reject it.
US overestimated its ability to deal with Russia over past 35 years, Alexander Vindman says
Russia’s war against Ukraine is a continuation of Moscow’s centuries-long goal to obliterate Ukrainian culture and statehood. Over the past three decades, however, the United States has, through missteps and inaction, emboldened Russia’s aggression by failing to confront the looming threat — a failure which, under the administration
Pro-Russian Bosnian Serb leader Dodik surfaces in Moscow amid charges in Bosnia
On April 1, the Kremlin showed footage of Russian President Vladimir Putin shaking hands with Pro-Russian Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik, saying he was "very happy" to see him in the Russian capital.
'Not appreciated' — Trump unhappy with Russia's calls for transitional Ukrainian government, State Department says
"There was an idea from Russia about a temporary administration that was not appreciated by the president," State Department Spokeswoman Tammy Bruce told reporters during a press briefing on March 31. "Ukraine is... a constitutional democracy. Governance in Ukraine is determined by its constitution and the Ukrainian people."
Ukraine war latest: There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says
Key developments on March 31: * There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says * Kremlin says it remains open to US talks despite Trump's reported anger at Putin * Ukraine-US talks on minerals deal ongoing, not tied to NATO membership, source says * Russia trying to bypass Ukraine's positions
Russia's Prosecutor General asks Supreme Court to remove Taliban from 'terrorist organizations' list
The Supreme Court is set to review the request on April 17 in a closed session. The Taliban remains on Russia's federal list of terrorist organizations since 2003.
Putin signs largest conscription campaign in 14 years, drafting 160,000 men
Although Russian conscripts are typically not deployed in active combat, Moscow has relied on financial incentives and pardons to recruit civilians for the war in Ukraine.
Kremlin says it remains open to US talks despite Trump's reported anger at Putin
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov downplayed the reports, claiming Trump's comments were paraphrased rather than direct quotes.
CNN gives airtime to Russian ultranationalist ideologue who called for genocide in Ukraine
In an interview with CNN, ultranationalist Russian ideologue Alexander Dugin praised U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he represented an ideology that "changes the balance in the world."
There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says
"If I think they're (Russia) tapping us along, I will not be happy about it," U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, voicing his belief that the Kremlin's chief "wants to make a deal."
Starmer, Trump agree to keep up 'collective pressure' on Putin
The comment followed Trump's phone call with NBC, during which he reportedly said he is "pissed off and very angry" about Putin's continued focus on President Volodymyr Zelensky.
'Putin couldn’t care less about diplomacy' — Zelensky says as Russia steps up attacks on Ukraine
"For several weeks, there has been a U.S. proposal for an unconditional ceasefire. And almost every day, in response to this proposal, there are Russian drones, bombs, artillery shelling, and ballistic strikes," Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Trump says he's 'pissed off' and 'very angry' at Putin in phone interview with NBC News
U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly "pissed off" and "very angry" regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin's fixation over President Volodymyr Zelensky, NBC News reported on March 30.
Putin will have nothing to say at peace negotiations, Zelensky says
"I’ve never been afraid, it’s just Putin wants war - what can a man who wants war say at peace talks?" President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Russia's allies including North Korea could join Ukraine ceasefire talks, Putin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin also listed China, India, Brazil, and South Africa among those he sees as potential participants.
Higher-level ceasefire talks with Russia premature, Rubio says, as US reviews Moscow's stance
"I think you have to make more progress on a technical level," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
White House dismisses Putin's proposal for temporary government in Ukraine
Putin suggested a transitional administration, overseen by the U.N. and several countries, could be formed in Ukraine to organize elections.
Putin attends launch ceremony of new Russian nuclear-powered submarine
Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 26 attended the launch of a new nuclear-powered submarine named Perm, various Russian news outlets reported.
Introducing temporary government in Ukraine should be discussed, Putin claims
"If he himself (Zelensky) is illegitimate, then all the others are too," Putin claimed in an address on March 27.
Trump serious about his Greenland ambitions, Putin says
"This may only at first glance surprise some. It is a big mistake to believe that this is some extravagant talks by the new U.S. administration," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
'Trump looks at Putin as a friend' — Expert negotiator dissects Ukraine-Russia ceasefire talks
U.S. President Donald Trump's stated goal of bringing a swift end to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine is looking evermore distant, with only two tentative partial ceasefires to show after several rounds of talks. Ukraine has already agreed to a U.S.-proposed full 30-day ceasefire, saying on March
Ukraine war latest: Amid Russia-US talks in Riyadh, Russia fires missiles at Sumy, injuring over 90
Key developments on March 24: * Russia, US finish 12-hour-long negotiations in Saudi Arabia * Russian missile strike on Sumy injures 88, including 17 children * 'Important but small operations' — Ukraine reclaims territory near Dvorichna in Kharkiv Oblast, military says * Oil pumping station in Krasnodar Krai shut down due to damage caused by
'Russia managed to influence some in White House,' Zelensky tells Time magazine
"I believe Russia has managed to influence some people on the White House team through information," President Volodymyr Zelensky said. "Their signal to the Americans was that the Ukrainians do not want to end the war, and something should be done to force them."
Russia stalling Ukraine peace talks to seize more land, strengthen position, media reports
A Russian diplomatic source told the Moscow Times that time is now playing in Russia's favor, and the Kremlin wants to "make the most of it."
Putin does not 'want to take all of Europe,' Witkoff says
In an interview with Fox News on March 23, U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff discussed negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, expressing his optimism about Russian President Vladimir Putin's commitment to peace.
Putin's new decree part of plan to forcibly Russify Ukrainians, UK intelligence says
The decree mandated that Ukrainian citizens "illegally" staying in Russia must obtain Russian documents of leave before Sept. 10. The intelligence added that Russia "erroneously and illegally" defines both occupied and unoccupied Ukrainian territory in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia oblasts, as well as Crimea, as part of Russia.
'They are Russian-speaking, and there have been referendums,' — Witkoff parrots Russian propaganda, legitimizing Putin's claims in Ukraine
U.S. special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, who recently emerged as a leading figure in negotiations regarding Russia and Ukraine, revealed insights into ongoing ceasefire talks between Moscow and Washington. In an interview on March 21 with American far-right political commentator Tucker Carlson, Witkoff openly parroted Russian
Trump's envoy Witkoff claims Ukraine will hold presidential elections
Ukraine has not held elections during Russia's full-scale war because they are prohibited under martial law, which was declared on Feb. 24, 2022.
Incoming IOC president plans talks on Russia’s possible Olympic reinstatement, media reports
In an interview with Sky News, Kirsty Coventry, the newly elected president of the International Olympic Committee, questioned why Russia remains singled out while conflicts continue in other regions.
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