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Articles with tag "Zelenskiy"

Influential oligarch

Ukrainian Tycoon Kolomoisky’s Change of Heart Over Russia, in Quotes

The ally of recently elected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Ukraine should give up on the West.
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Ukraine Peace Talks Get Some Help From Putin

Russia is letting Zelenskiy lay out “red lines” to convince voters he can compromise without capitulating.
Slow thaw

Russians Feel More Positive Toward Ukraine Since Zelenskiy’s Election, Poll Says

A prisoner exchange between the two countries last month also influenced Russians' improving opinions of their neighbor.
Notable quotes

What Ukraine’s Zelenskiy Said About Russia During His Marathon Press Conference

The Ukrainian president answered more than 500 questions during the 14-hour event.
The view from Moscow

'Anti-Russian and Dirty': Russia Reacts to Trump-Zelenskiy Call

The scandal has put a spotlight on Ukraine's dependence on U.S. support in its geopolitical standoff with Russia.
Anonymous complaint

Whistleblower Alleges Trump Sought Foreign Meddling in 2020 Election

The report says more than six White House officials had made contact about Trump's communication with Ukraine.
UNGA sidelines

Russia Wants to End the War in Donbass, Ukraine Leader Says

“Let’s end the war, give us our territories, exchange people,” Zelenskiy said he told Foreign Minister Lavrov.
Risking support

For Ukraine's Leader, Trump Memo On Their Call Is a Diplomatic Car Crash

"For Ukraine, there's a huge danger that it could find itself alone with its enemy the Russian Federation."
mounting scandal

Seeking Favors, Trump Asked Ukraine President to Investigate Biden

The official account of the half-hour July call with Zelenskiy laid bare an astonishing exchange of requests, pledges and ingratiation.
High stakes

The Trump-Ukraine Scandal, Explained

The White House released a summary of the call Wednesday afternoon which shows Trump asking Zelenskiy to open an investigation into Biden.
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Eastern Ukraine Isn’t Really That Separatist

The way to resolve the conflict in eastern Ukraine is to arrange a credible people’s vote in the Donbass.
Passport clash

Ukraine’s Zelenskiy Simplifies Citizenship Process for ‘Persecuted’ Russians

Zelenskiy's move comes in response to Russia's gradual expansion of Russian citizenship to Ukrainians.
Donbass conflict

Resume Peace Talks, Ukraine's Zelenskiy Urges Putin After 4 Soldiers Killed in Donbass

The conflict between Ukrainian troops and Russian-backed forces has killed 13,000 people since 2014.
winning plan

Ukraine to Launch Russian-Language TV Channel to Win Influence in Donbass

Relations between Kiev and Moscow plummeted after Russia's annexation of Crimea and role in the Donbass conflict.
Sanctions pressure

New Ukraine President Hopes EU Sanctions on Russia Remain

Volodymyr Zelenskiy wants sanctions to remain until Ukrainian territories are returned.
Delayed congrats

Putin Has No Plans to Congratulate Zelenskiy on Inauguration — Kremlin

Putin said he will congratulate Zelenskiy if he changes relations with Russia. 
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Thanks, Putin, But Ukrainians Won’t Want Russian Passports

A provocative citizenship offer from the Kremlin challenges Ukraine’s new president to work on making all citizens feel welcome.
opinion
Vladimir Frolov

How Will the New President of Ukraine Build Relations With Russia?

In Ukrainian politics, Russia is still in the game, but don’t expect a return to pre-Maidan days.
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