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Trump’s top envoys head to Kyiv for Ukraine peace talks after meeting Putin
The visit will be the first by Trump’s lead negotiators to the Ukrainian capital since the full-scale Russian invasion began in February 2022.
Volodymyr Zelensky
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Zelensky fires Ukraine army Chief Syrskyi in military leadership shake-up
In a video posted late Tuesday, Zelensky thanked Syrskyi for his service and recognised his role in defending Kyiv during the opening days of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022.
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Zelensky’s Saudi visit signals push for expanded air defence partnership
The talks come as Ukraine continues to promote its battlefield-tested systems for countering aerial threats, particularly drones that have been widely used in the war with Russia. Kyiv has positioned itself as having practical experience in handling drone attacks, an area that has drawn attention from countries in the Gulf facing similar risks.
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Ukraine calls out Hungary and Slovakia over energy ‘ultimatums’
The prime ministers of Hungary and Slovakia had issued ultimatums to Ukraine over oil supplies, heightening tensions over energy flows disrupted by the ongoing war with Russia.
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Progress claimed in Ukraine peace talks as territory issue stalls deal
According to Zelensky, Ukrainian and American negotiators have already aligned on “90%” of a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the conflict.
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Putin will not dictate when and how Ukraine holds elections – Zelensky
He insisted that the process remains the exclusive prerogative of Ukrainian citizens and authorities, even as the country continues to grapple with the realities of war.
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Starmer to host Zelensky for Ukraine talks in London
Zelensky will attend the talks in Downing Street alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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Boxing: Usyk makes offer to Trump: Come live in my house
"I advise American President Donald Trump to come to Ukraine and live in my house for one week," Usyk said.
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Trump confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa in Oval Office
Trump showed a video depicting hate speech and alleged genocide against white farmers.
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Zelensky insists on Putin-only talks as Istanbul meeting looms
His position, confirmed by presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak, shuts down the possibility of lower-level negotiations.
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President Putin proposes direct Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul on May 15
The offer, delivered early on Sunday, came hours after the leaders of Ukraine, France, Germany, Poland, and the United Kingdom called for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire.
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Maldives president holds record 15-hour press conference
Muizzu, 46, began the marathon press conference at 10:00 am (0500 GMT) on Saturday, and it continued for 14 hours and 54 minutes with brief pauses for prayers.