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Zelensky
‘Political Victory or Nothing’: Zelensky Sets Terms for Meeting Putin
In an interview with Libération and other European outlets, Zelensky demands an immediate ceasefire and calls for credible international mediation ahead of possible peace talks in Istanbul.
May 14, 2025
Zelensky
Brazil’s Lula Says to Push Putin to Negotiate With Zelensky in Istanbul
The negotiations scheduled for Thursday in Istanbul would be the first direct talks between Kyiv and Moscow since 2022, shortly after Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbour.
May 14, 2025
Turkey
Rubio to Join Thursday’s Istanbul Talks Between Ukraine, Russia – Trump
The US president confirmed that the US State Secretary will go to Istanbul on Thursday for the planned Kyiv-Moscow talks during his Tuesday speech in Saudi Arabia.
May 13, 2025
Zelensky
Beijing Backs 30-Day Ceasefire – Zelensky
Earlier, China’s spokesperson said it “[supports] all efforts for peace” without explicitly addressing the West’s 30-day ceasefire proposal.
May 13, 2025
Ukraine
How Zelensky Outsmarted Putin: Genius Moves That Shifted the War
Putin’s surprise call for peace talks with Ukraine is likely a strategic move, not genuine diplomacy, amid rising Western pressure and shifting global dynamics – and Zelensky knows it.
May 13, 2025
Ukraine
Putin ‘Doesn’t Dare’ Meet Zelensky in Istanbul: EU’s Kallas
EU’s Kaja Kallas said she doubts Putin will attend Turkey peace talks with Zelensky, calling Russia unserious about peace.
May 13, 2025
Zelensky
Putin No-Show Would Signal Russia Wants War, Kyiv Says
The talks, initially proposed by Putin on Sunday as a restart of the 2022 Turkey discussions, are tentatively scheduled for Thursday in Istanbul.
May 13, 2025
Zelensky
No Talks in Istanbul Unless Putin Shows Up, Zelensky’s Top Adviser Says
Presidential aide Mykhailo Podolyak said that if there is no top-level Russian participation in Istanbul, it would mean Moscow is not ready for a ceasefire or real talks.
May 13, 2025
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Turkey
‘If [Talks] Don’t Occur Quickly, US Ought to Step Back’ – Witkoff
Following Trump’s ultimatum to Moscow and Kyiv Witkoff said the US is committed to ending the war but both sides mist move toward peace, or risk losing US support.
May 13, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Ready to Meet in Turkey, But Putin ‘Strangely Silent’
Zelensky says he’s ready for direct talks with Putin in Turkey, but the Russian ruler remains silent. Erdoğan and Trump back the meeting. Kremlin’s bombing, shelling, and assaults continue unabated.
May 13, 2025
Ukraine
UK Urges Putin to ‘Get Serious About Peace’
UK Foreign Minister urged Putin to commit to peace as EU leaders demanded a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine before talks, warning of sanctions if Russia refuses.
May 12, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Sending Rubio to Turkey For Informal NATO Talks on Ukraine, Burden Sharing
“Diplomatic outreach must be backed up by real commitments and unified actions across NATO” transatlantic advocate tells Kyiv Post.
May 12, 2025
Ukraine
Is a Ceasefire Imminent? Inside the Unprecedented Global Pressure Campaign on Putin
From the Vatican to Beijing, Istanbul to Brussels, and Washington: In the last 24 hours, diplomacy has moved at breakneck speed – and the pressure on the Kremlin is nearing a tipping point.
May 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
Erdogan Says Efforts to End Ukraine War at ‘Turning Point’
On May 5, Trump said he wanted to work with Erdogan to end the Ukraine war, after the two leaders spoke by telephone.
May 11, 2025
Putin
Putin Calls for May 15 Talks With Kyiv – But No Word on Ceasefire
Putin reiterated his call to eliminate the so-called “root causes” of his invasion, which include notions such as the “denazification” of Ukraine rejected by all Western parties.
May 11, 2025
Turkey
Turkey Reportedly Ready to Cooperate With US to End War in Ukraine
Turkish media reported Thursday on a phone call between Erdoğan and Trump earlier in the week, where they discussed resolving the Russo-Ukrainian War.
May 8, 2025