Ceasefire stage of talks "absolutely unpredictable" – Zelensky’s Office
The stage of negotiations with Russia on a ceasefire is absolutely unpredictable.
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25 March 2025
Zelensky: Russia already trying to twist agreements on day of talks
On the very day of the negotiations, the Russian side has already demonstrated manipulative attempts to twist the agreements reached in Saudi Arabia.
Moscow spy’s attempt to infiltrate OSCE: Finnish Chairmanship takes note of probe
The Finnish Chairmanship of the OSCE has taken note of a journalistic investigation into the possible affiliation of diplomat Dmitry Iordanidi, who was nominated by Moscow for the position of head of the OSCE mission in Serbia, with Russian intelligence.
EU’s Costa says Ukraine joining bloc by 2030 not ruled out
The President of the European Council, António Costa, noted Ukraine’s significant progress in reforms on the path to EU membership, which is being achieved despite Russia’s ongoing aggression, and suggested that thanks to such efforts, Ukraine's membership of the EU could become a reality by 2030.
Russia's behavior in coming days to show a lot, if not all – Zelensky
The behavior of the Russian side in the coming days will show whether new measures should be taken against Moscow.
Kremlin sets conditions for ceasefire in Black Sea
The Kremlin has stated that an agreement on safe navigation in the Black Sea will only take effect once certain sanctions on Russia are lifted.
Territorial issues not discussed in Riyadh – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the latest negotiations did not address the issue of Ukrainian territories occupied by the aggressor state.
Zelensky: Besides US, third countries may be involved in monitoring ceasefire
The United States remains the primary partner in monitoring a partial ceasefire under agreements reached in Saudi Arabia, but other countries may also be involved.
US proposes new major agreement on critical minerals – Zelensky
The United States has proposed the text of a new major agreement on critical minerals.
Riyadh talks: Zelensky highlights differences between Ukraine's, Russia's positions
Following meetings in Riyadh, the fifth point in the Ukraine-U.S. statement will focus on the return of children, prisoners of war, and civilian detainees, whereas in the Russian statement, it will pertain to port operations and the transportation of agricultural products.
Umerov outlines five key outcomes of Ukraine-U.S. talks in Riyadh
During a meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine and the United States reached five key agreements, including ensuring safe navigation in the Black Sea and banning strikes on energy infrastructure in both Russia and Ukraine.
US, Ukraine agree on safe navigation in Black Sea
The United States and Ukraine have agreed to ensure safe navigation, eliminate the use of force, and prevent the use of commercial vessels for military purposes in the Black Sea.
Macron to meet Zelensky at Elysee Palace on Wednesday
French President Emmanuel Macron will receive Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Wednesday evening, on the eve of the summit of the "Coalition of the willing" nations.
Draft deal on minerals has no ZNPP mention yet - advisor
Despite the desire of the American side to expand the agreement on establishing the rules and conditions of the investment fund, better known as the minerals deal, for now its draft remains in the form in which it was approved by government on February 26.
Russia wants to see UN in ceasefire talks due to existing leverage over it - advisor
Russia is willing to involve the United Nations in the ceasefire negotiation process because Moscow has leverage over the organization.
Ukrainian delegation at new meeting in Riyadh headed by Pavlo Palisa
The Ukrainian delegation at today's negotiations with the U.S. delegation in Riyadh is led by the Deputy Head of Ukraine’s President’s Office, Pavlo Palisa.
Ukrainian, U.S. delegations hold fresh talks in Riyadh – BBC
On Tuesday, March 25, a new meeting is taking place in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) between the Ukrainian and U.S. delegations.
Zelensky concerned about Russian disinformation influencing Trump's circle – Time
During the unsuccessful February 28 talks between the Ukrainian and U.S. presidents at the White House, Volodymyr Zelensky was most troubled by the influence of Russian disinformation on Donald Trump's administration.
U.S. senators urge Trump administration to use frozen Russian assets to pressure Moscow
A group of Republican and Democratic U.S. senators is pushing President Donald Trump's administration to transfer - and push allies to transfer - more than $300 billion of seized Russian assets to help Ukraine, not just use the debt's interest to support Kyiv.
Ukrainian delegation extends stay in Riyadh for additional talks with U.S. representatives
The Ukrainian delegation is staying in the Saudi capital Riyadh for one more day to meet with representatives of the United States.
24 March 2025
President appoints new governor of Kyiv region
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Mykola Kalashnyk as the head of the Kyiv Regional State Administration.
Zelensky awaits Umerov's report on talks in Saudi Arabia
This week, Ukraine is preparing substantive discussions with European partners on specific security measures.
Trump expects minerals deal with Ukraine to be signed “soon”
US President Donald Trump expects an agreement with Ukraine on rare earth metals to be signed “soon.”
EU responds to Witkoff's comment on Russian "referenda" in occupied areas
The European Union adheres to the position that in the negotiations on ending Russia’s war against Ukraine, it is Ukraine that should determine their terms, while the EU confirms its unwavering support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
Zelensky explains emotions during White House meeting
President Volodymyr Zelensky believes he defended Ukraine’s dignity of Ukraine during a tense conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in late February.
Russia to try to tighten influence on South Europe – Poland’s Vice PM
By redeploying its military contingent from Syria to Libya, Russia will try to exert more influence on southern European countries, in particular Greece and Italy.
Scholz to attend 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting in Paris
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to participate in the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting in Paris on Thursday, where concrete decisions may be reached.
Europe should transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine – Polish Sejm Marshal
Polish Sejm Marshal Szymon Holownia has said that Europe should transfer all frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, rather than just the interest generated from them, and assist Kyiv in managing them effectively.
Another round of U.S.-Ukraine talks to take place in Saudi Arabia – The Guardian
A meeting between American and Russian delegations in Saudi Arabia on Monday is to be followed by another round of talks between U.S. and Ukrainian teams.
Ukrainian delegation remains in Saudi Arabia for possible further consultations – Leshchenko
The Ukrainian delegation stays in Saudi Arabia to hold consultations following negotiations between the American and Russian delegations.