Putin, Vladimir
China's ties with Russia have never been stronger, as evident in the recent state visit of President Xi Jinping to the Kremlin. However, behind the façade of a "peacemaker," China has been methodically supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, both diplomatically and economically. By maintaining
Putin, Vladimir
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Turkey on Thursday for direct talks on a ceasefire, despite Putin's initial rejection of Zelensky's proposal for a 30-day unconditional truce. The talks, brokered by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, come as
Putin, Vladimir
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced he is ready to start peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Istanbul on Thursday, following a phone call with Donald Trump and after Putin's offer to hold talks this week in Turkey. The talks, which were initially proposed by Putin,
Putin, Vladimir
Ukraine and Russia have been embroiled in a months-long conflict, with peace talks stalled since March 2022. The recent development saw Vladimir Putin offer to hold direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, sparking a row over the terms of a possible ceasefire. US President Donald Trump has backed Putin'
Putin, Vladimir
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's willingness to engage in direct talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin has placed Putin in a precarious situation, where any move will only exacerbate his position. Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Volodymyr Ohryzko characterized Putin's situation as a "zugzwang," a chess
Putin, Vladimir
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a full and lasting ceasefire from Russia, setting a precedent for direct peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The development comes a day after Ukraine and its allies, including France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Poland, proposed a 30-day unconditional ceasefire to
Putin, Vladimir
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has extended an invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for direct talks in Türkiye on May 15, conditional on Moscow agreeing to a ceasefire. This marked a significant shift in the Ukrainian leadership's approach to ending the ongoing conflict, highlighting the deep mistrust between
Putin, Vladimir
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, reaffirming their commitment to deepen cooperation between the two countries. The meeting took place at the Kremlin, following President Mnangagwa's attendance at Russia's 80th Victory Day commemorations. President Mnangagwa expressed Zimbabwe's desire
Putin, Vladimir
The UK will host European ministers for "critical" talks on "repelling Russian aggression" amidst a growing concern over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The meeting, scheduled for Monday, will bring together representatives from France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the EU to discuss the coalition&
Putin, Vladimir
As the ongoing conflict in Ukraine persists, US President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hold direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war. This proposal has raised eyebrows among European leaders, who have long insisted on a 30-day ceasefire before any direct talks
Putin, Vladimir
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed Russia's offer for direct peace talks, but insisted on a full ceasefire before negotiations can start. This comes after Russia's President Vladimir Putin effectively rejected Ukraine's ceasefire offer and proposed a truce without preconditions. The exchange has left Kyiv
Putin, Vladimir
European foreign ministers arrived in London on Monday for a meeting to discuss the latest developments in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, as pressure mounts on Russia to agree to a ceasefire. Germany's new foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, stated that Berlin expects Russia to agree to a ceasefire and then
