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Zelensky
Calling Russia’s Bluff About ‘Peace Talks’ with Ukraine
Here is a sampling of what is being said in the European media about Putin’s no-show for talks with Zelensky in Turkey.
May 16, 2025
EU
EU Braces for Far-Right George Simion Win in Romania
Simion gained almost 41 percent of votes in the contest’s first round - double the score of his rival in Sunday’s run-off, pro-EU centrist candidate Nicusor Dan.
May 16, 2025
Kyiv
Kyiv Heating Plant and Odesa Homes Damaged in Russian Overnight Shahed Attack
Friday morning Kyiv’s air defense responded to a Russian Shahed drone attack; debris hit a heating facility in Sviatoshynskyi district, damaging cars and windows, with a fire reported.
Updated: May 16, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks in Turkey: What We Know
Before the three-way meeting between the Russian, Ukrainian, and Turkish delegations, Ukraine will hold separate talks with the US and Turkey.
May 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Rubio Arrives in Istanbul for Ukraine Talks Marred by Political Maneuvering
US Secretary of State is meeting with senior Turkish and Ukrainian officials. Diplomats describe today’s setting as “either a monumental mess, or a very sophisticated diplomatic game of chess.”
May 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Zelensky Complains of ‘Disrespect’ After Putin No-Show in Istanbul
“We can’t be running around the world looking for Putin,” Zelensky said after meeting Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara.
May 16, 2025
Russia
EU May Approve New Sanctions Against Russia on May 20 – Merz
Merz criticized Russian leader Vladimir Putin for failing to attend the talks in Turkey, calling it a misstep.
May 16, 2025
Ukraine
Poland Gears Up for Presidential Election: What It Means for Ukraine and Europe
The election will determine whether Prime Minister Tusk and his government will be able to fully exercise power. Here is rundown of the candidates, issues and likely outcome.
May 16, 2025
