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Lavrov Says ‘No Meeting Planned’ Between Putin and Zelensky

The foreign minister’s remarks on Meet the Press were the latest and clearest indication that a Putin-Zelensky summit is nowhere on the horizon.

What Stands in the Way of a Putin-Zelensky Meeting?

From the diplomatic picture to the status of the front line, The Moscow Times looks at the obstacles that could derail a potential meeting.

Zelensky Says He Wants Security Guarantees Before Meeting With Putin

Once an outline is agreed, Zelensky said Trump would like to see a bilateral meeting between him and Putin, but only in a “neutral” European country...

Trump Nudges Zelensky to ‘Show Flexibility’ in Peace Talks, Blames Russia’s Invasion on NATO Expansion

Calling Ukraine a “buffer between Russia and the rest of Europe,” Trump ruled out the possibility of membership in the military bloc for Kyiv.

‘Zelensky’s Dead End’: Russian Media Downplays Ukraine-Trump White House Meeting

Russian state outlets focused on Putin and Trump's call during the meeting and said Kyiv and Europe were powerless to influence U.S.-Russia talks on the...

FM Lavrov Signals Putin Open to Zelensky Meeting, But Says Planning Will Take Time

“Any contacts involving top leaders must be prepared with the utmost care,” Sergei Lavrov said in the state media interview on Tuesday.

Trump Says Plans Underway for Putin-Zelensky Meeting Following White House Talks

European leaders rallied behind Trump earlier in the day as he said Ukraine might receive security guarantees as part of a potential peace deal with Russia...

U.S. Proposed NATO-Style Joint Defense Guarantees for Kyiv – AFP Source

NATO's collective security is based on its Article 5 principle: if one member is attacked, the entire alliance comes to its defense.

Zelensky Says Will Meet Trump in Washington Monday

He reiterated that he would be ready for a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin — something that Kyiv has been pushing for but which the Kremlin has...

Europeans Urge Trump to Push for Ukraine Ceasefire in Putin Summit

"Sanctions must be in place and must be strengthened if Russia does not agree to a ceasefire," Zelensky said after a call with Trump and European leaders...

Zelensky Says U.S. Summit in Alaska a 'Personal Victory' for Putin

Zelensky also ruled out withdrawing troops from Ukraine's eastern Donbas region as part of a peace deal.

Trump Expects 'Constructive Conversation' With Putin

Trump also said he was a "little bothered" by Zelensky saying he needed constitutional approval for any territorial concessions.

Zelensky Warns Against ‘Decisions Without Ukraine’ Ahead of U.S.-Russia Summit

“Any decisions against us, any decisions without Ukraine, are also decisions against peace,” Zelensky said.

Ukraine Says Received Russian Bodies in War Dead Exchanges

Zelensky says Russia sent 20 of its own soldiers' bodies to Kyiv, falsely labeled as Ukrainian.

Russia Amassing 50,000 Troops for Sumy Offensive, Zelensky Says

Ukraine’s president said he believes Moscow wants to launch a new offensive in Sumy as a way to "push out" his troops on the Kursk front.

Zelensky Accuses Putin of ‘Trying to Buy Time’ in Peace Talks

The Ukrainian president said Russia sent “empty heads” to last week’s direct talks in Turkey and claimed Putin was stalling peace negotiations.

Trump Says He Will Call Putin and Zelensky on Monday

The U.S. president, who said he will also speak to "various members" of NATO, expressed hope that the calls would lead to a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Putin-Zelensky Meeting Possible After ‘Agreements’ Reached

Top spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the two sides need to achieve "certain results in the form of agreements" before a face-to-face meeting.

Behind the Diplomatic Curtain: Why Putin Refused to Meet Zelensky in Istanbul

Putin's disdain for the Ukrainian leader, coupled with Kyiv's unwillingness to capitulate, make a Putin-Zelensky meeting impossible, sources said.

Why Does Putin Suddenly Want Direct Peace Talks With Ukraine?

Analysts say the proposed meeting plays to Russia’s advantage — but it could still backfire.

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