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War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: ‘Territory Swap’? Map of Ukraine and Russia’s Control, Region by Region
If Kyiv and Moscow accept Trump’s so-called land swaps, here’s how much territory each controls as of Tuesday – three days before the talks.
Aug. 13, 2025
Trump
Lindsey Graham Calls for Security Guarantees Before Ukraine Land Deals
The US senator, known as a Ukraine supporter, welcomed the Alaska summit but insisted on security guarantees for Kyiv before the inking of any territorial concessions with Moscow.
Aug. 11, 2025
Putin
‘He Let Putin Walk Across Red Line’ – Trump’s Russia Strategy Divides Washington
Senators Shaheen and Graham clash over Trump’s Ukraine policy, underscoring a debate on whether peace lies in tough sanctions or unconventional diplomacy.
Aug. 10, 2025
Ukraine
‘Bloody Land Grab’ or Genuine Peace? Europe Wary of Trump–Putin Meeting
Speaking to Kyiv Post, a retired US military colonel warns that a deal rewarding Russian aggression would be an “unjust temporary ceasefire” and not real peace.
Aug. 10, 2025
Europe
Statement by European Leaders Backing Ukraine Before Trump–Putin Meeting
The leaders urge respect for international law, Ukraine’s independence and territorial integrity, and warn against deciding things without Ukraine, and President Zelensky expresses his gratitude.
Aug. 10, 2025
Top News
OPINION: A Time for War and a Time for Peace
Putin’s willingness to cease fire is an illusion. And notwithstanding claims to the contrary, Ukraine may be at the cusp of victory… President Trump could facilitate with a no-fly zone.
Aug. 10, 2025
Putin
European Leaders Urge More ‘Pressure’ on Russia Ahead of Trump-Putin Summit
As a prerequisite to any peace settlement, Moscow demanded Kyiv pull its forces out of the regions and commit to being a neutral state, shun Western military support and be excluded from joining NATO.
Aug. 10, 2025
Ukraine
US, Russia Discuss Ukraine Peace Deal Ceding Occupied Territory to Moscow
Sources told Bloomberg that US-Russia talks could see Ukraine pushed to cede the entire Donbas and Crimea regions, as summit drama and new polls show shifting public opinion on ending the war.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine - Don’t Hold Your Breath on Peace Talks
What Putin and Trump may agree over the heads of Ukraine and others is not what Ukraine or Europe need.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
For the First Time, White House Has ‘Understanding’ of Russia’s Peace Terms, Rubio Claims
Trump State Department pushes for direct dialogue after Witkoff met Putin in Moscow. A prominent Democratic senator argues that sanctions are the key to leverage and pressure on the Kremlin.
Aug. 8, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Open to Meeting Putin Without Zelensky, Keeps Aug. 8 Peace Deadline
Trump says he may meet Putin even without Zelensky, despite earlier doubts on the topic, as Moscow signals talks could happen as soon as next week.
Aug. 8, 2025
Europe
Macron Backs Ukraine Ceasefire, Talks Security ‘Effectiveness’ With Zelensky
Macron reiterated that France fully supports a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine in a recent call with Zelensky, as Paris continues to send aid to Kyiv and peace talks ramp up again.
Aug. 7, 2025
Zelensky
No Zelensky, No Summit: US Reportedly Conditions Trump-Putin Meeting
A senior Trump administration official told Kyiv Post that the planned summit between the Russian and US leaders won’t happen without the Ukrainian leader’s participation.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky: ‘Time to End the War,’ Calls for Europe’s Inclusion in Peace Talks
Ukraine’s president hinted at potential “bilateral” or “trilateral” meetings soon and called for Europe’s participation in peace talks following Moscow’s delivery of its ceasefire proposal to the US.
Aug. 7, 2025
Zelensky
Putin: No Zelensky Meeting Yet, Conditions Still Unmet
Similar to previous rhetoric, the Russian leader said he has “nothing against” meeting the Ukrainian president but said the conditions are not ready for such a meeting.
Aug. 7, 2025
War in Ukraine
Diplomatic High-Wire Act: With Russia’s Proposal in Hand, Trump Faces Own Tight Sanctions Deadline
Top US diplomat, Marco Rubio, tempers optimism on peace deal: ‘A lot has to happen’ before Trump-Putin-Zelensky summit, with the Kremlin still demanding Ukraine cede territories to Russia.
Aug. 7, 2025