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Europe
OPINION: Will Russia Agree to the Deployment of Western Forces in Ukraine? No. But So What
The question of whether the Kremlin will agree to the declarations made by members of the Coalition of the Willing is raised repeatedly. But is this actually the right question to ask?
Jan. 11, 2026
Ukraine
Kyiv Accelerates Diplomacy With Washington Ahead of UN Showdown, Davos Meeting
As President Zelensky ramps up diplomacy, his top negotiator, Rustem Umerov, leads Kyiv’s talks with Washington on a sensitive economic and security pact.
Jan. 11, 2026
Russia
Putin’s Moneyman Dmitriev Reportedly Received by US Embassy in Paris After Coalition Talks
French media Le Monde, citing a “well-informed source,” said the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund was in Paris after Tuesday’s talks, raising questions over sanctions and entry rules.
Jan. 8, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: What Should We Make of the Coalition of the Willing Security Guarantees?
On paper, the guarantees are a step ahead. But success will hinge on whether political will can overcome the many built-in stumbling blocks that Moscow has been trying to exploit.
Jan. 8, 2026
Turkey
Turkey Can Lead Ukraine’s Naval Security, Policy Expert Says
President Erdogan has warned against the Black Sea becoming an “area of confrontation” between Russia and Ukraine; Turkey likely to play major naval role in post-ceasefire security.
Jan. 8, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Wants ‘Clear, Unequivocal Answer’ From Europe on Post-War Security Guarantees
Despite Starmer and Macron’s commitment to put boots on the ground in Ukraine should a peace deal be negotiated with Russia, details of how and when this reassurance force would act remain sparse.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky on Ceasefire: Russia ‘Thumbs Its Nose,’ but Partners Can Apply Pressure
The Ukrainian president said the US is negotiating a ceasefire with Russia, but Moscow is “thumbing its nose,” adding that Western partners have enough leverage to pressure the Kremlin.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Ukraine Continues Peace Talks in France, Another US Meeting Expected
Zelensky said that Ukrainian and US envoys – meeting for the third time in two days – are set to address the most sensitive issues, including territorial disputes and the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
Jan. 7, 2026
‘Saving Kyiv Regime Is Not Our Plan’: Putin Rejects Ukraine Proposal To Limit Long-Range Strikes
Speaking to a Russian state television interviewer, Putin said Ukraine had suggested a mutual halt to long-range strikes as a step toward de-escalation.
June 29, 2026
China Urges Ukraine, Russia to Resume Peace Talks
June 30, 2026
