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Zelensky Offers to Meet Putin in Turkey ‘Personally’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he expected Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend peace talks in Turkey.

Turkey's Erdogan Tells Putin and Macron Efforts to End Ukraine War at ‘Turning Point’

In a phone call with Putin on Sunday, Erdogan welcomed the Russian leader's statement that peace talks should resume in Istanbul where they left off.

Ukraine Ready for Russia Truce Talks, Zelensky Says

The Ukrainian leader spoke hopefully about Russia considering to end the three-year-old war, which started with Moscow's 2022 invasion.

Kyiv Says Russia Launched More Than 100 Drones at Ukraine

Kyiv had not reported any drone attacks since the Russian truce came into effect, but it did accuse Moscow of hundreds violations.

Putin Proposes Direct Russia-Ukraine Talks Next Week

"We are determined to have serious negotiations ... to eliminate the root causes of the conflict," Putin said in a middle-of-the-night statement.

Ukraine's Allies Set Ultimatum to Russia for 30-Day Ceasefire

The Kremlin said Moscow will "think through" the proposal, but stressed "there are lots of questions" and that Russia is "resistant to any kind of pressure...

Russia on Trial: What Will the New Tribunal for Ukraine Do?

Ukraine and its backers have given the green light to setting up a special tribunal to try Russia's top leadership for the "crime of aggression."

EU Pledges $1.1Bln From Frozen Russian Assets to Ukrainian Arms Industry

Western nations froze around $300 billion in Russian central bank assets after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Trump Calls for 30-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine, Threatens Russia With Sanctions

“It can all be done very quickly, and I will be available on a moment’s notice if my services are needed,” Trump said.

Russian Airstrike on Northeastern Ukraine Kills 1 Civilian Despite Putin’s Ceasefire

Ukraine’s Air Force issued several alerts for rocket and bomb attacks after initially reporting a lull in missile and drone activity.

Largest-Ever Ukrainian Drone Attack Paralyzes Russian Airports, Stranding Thousands of Passengers

Russia’s Association of Tour Operators said at least 60,000 passengers were impacted by flight delays and cancellations as of Wednesday.

Moscow Says It Will Honor Victory Day Ceasefire Despite Ukraine’s Rejection

Putin ordered the ceasefire from midnight on May 8 through May 11 to mark the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World...

Russia and Ukraine Exchange 205 POWs Each

Both sides thanked the United Arab Emirates for acting as a mediator in the prisoner swap.

As Russia’s Black Sea Fleet Flounders, Moscow Presses Onward With Massive Amphibious Assault Ship

Analysts say the Ivan Rogov may prove more symbolic than strategic, as the fleet it is meant to bolster has suffered heavy losses in Ukraine.

Russian Airports Impose Flight Restrictions as Ukraine Launches Major Drone Barrage

Debris from downed drones fell in southern Moscow, damaging buildings just days before the city is set to hold its annual Victory Day parade.

Trump Eyes Erdogan's Help to End Ukraine War

"I look forward to working with President Erdogan on getting the ridiculous, but deadly, War between Russia and Ukraine ended — NOW!" Trump posted.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill 3 Civilians in Southwestern Kursk Region

Among the victims were two women who were killed when a drone struck a van carrying five farm workers near the village of Shchegolek, authorities said...

Zelensky Says Won’t Play Putin’s ‘Games’ With Short Truce

The Kremlin jumped on the comments, accusing Kyiv of making a "direct threat" to its May 9 commemoration in Moscow.

Russian Attacks on Kharkiv Wound 47 – Police

The attacks came hours after Russian strikes on the southern city of Zaporizhzhia wounded more than 20 people.

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