Putin being painted into diplomatic corner – U.S. expert
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is finding it increasingly difficult to completely ignore the idea of a ceasefire, especially in light of U.S. efforts in this direction.
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Ukraine’s FM to meet with partners in Antalya on May 14
On May 14, Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha will be in Antalya at the invitation of his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan.
Eric Ciaramella, expert at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Russia has to know that Ukraine is just too big of a bite
NATO Foreign Ministers' Summit starts today in Antalya
A two-day informal summit of NATO foreign ministers starts today in Belek, Antalya province, in southern Turkey.
Ukraine open to any negotiation format that advances just peace – Head of PO
Ukraine is ready for any format of negotiations if it helps to achieve a just peace, but we will not give Russia any chance to deceive.
Defense chiefs of five EU nations to meet in Rome to coordinate Ukraine support – media
On Friday, May 16, a high-level meeting of defense ministers from Poland, Germany, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom will take place in Rome to discuss coordination of military support for Ukraine.
13 May 2025
Poland denies Kellogg's claim about readiness to send troops to Ukraine
Poland is not considering sending its troops to Ukraine, neither now nor in the future.
Zelensky plans to attend Pope Leo's inaugural Mass
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky plans to attend the inaugural Mass of newly elected Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Sunday, May 18, if his schedule allows.
Zelensky: This is Putin's war, so negotiations must be with him
It is Putin who decides everything in Russia, and he is the one who must resolve the issue of war. This is his war. That is why the negotiations must be with him.
Yermak, Rubio discuss prospects for peace talks in Türkiye
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andrii Yermak held a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who also serves as the Acting National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump.
Polish court bans protest at Ukraine border crossing
The Court of Appeal in Lublin upheld the ban on protests by Polish carriers in front of the Polish-Ukrainian border crossing in Dorohusk issued by the mayor of the Dorohusk commune.
Ukraine’s FM urges Brazil to facilitate direct talks between Zelensky, Putin in Istanbul
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called on Brazil to help facilitate direct negotiations between Presidents Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and Vladimir Putin of Russia in Istanbul.
Border blockade: Ukraine’s Deputy FM meets with Polish Embassy head
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Oleksandr Mishchenko held a meeting with Piotr Łukasiewicz, Head of the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Ukraine, urging comprehensive measures to prevent the blockade of transport routes between Ukraine and Poland.
Zelensky sees signs of possible Russian de-escalation after air attacks drop
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia launched only ten attack drones at Ukraine overnight, which could signal an intention to demonstrate a de-escalation in the intensity of hostilities.
Zelensky: 30-day ceasefire not enough for either side to fully restore military capabilities
A 30-day ceasefire is a step toward de-escalation, as neither side would be able to fully restore its forces during that time.
Zelensky outlines acceptable outcome of talks with Putin for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that the only acceptable outcome of negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin would be a ceasefire.
Zelensky: Putin’s refusal to meet in Istanbul would confirm Russia’s unwillingness to end the war
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin’s refusal to attend talks in Türkiye would be definitive proof that Russia does not want peace.
Trump envoys Wittkoff, Kellogg to Istanbul for potential Ukraine-Russia talks - Reuters
U.S. President Donald Trump will send his special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Keith Kellogg, to Istanbul for potential talks on how to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
Putin's refusal to come to Istanbul will show Russia's unwillingness to end war – Yermak
A refusal by Russian President Vladimir Putin to take part in negotiations in Istanbul would be the final signal of Russia's unwillingness to end the full-scale war it started, according to Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine.
Ukraine urges Polish government to hold talks with protesters to unblock border – ambassador
Kyiv is calling on Warsaw to take active steps and engage in negotiations with Polish hauliers who recently blocked freight traffic near the Dorohusk-Yahodyn border crossing.
Witkoff names three key topics for potential Ukraine-Russia talks
U.S. President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has identified three main topics likely to be discussed during possible negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
Europe to appeal to Trump for sanctions on Russia following Istanbul meeting – media
European leaders are prepared to wait for a possible meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Istanbul, Türkiye, on Thursday, May 15, before urging the United States to announce new sanctions on Moscow.
Is Putin going to sabotage President Erdogan's hour of triumph?
Turkey is poised to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks on May 15.
Rubio discusses path to peace in Ukraine with Sybiha, European ministers - State Department
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and several European ministers to discuss the path to peace in Ukraine.
Expert: Putin unlikely to attend talks in Istanbul
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin's visit to Istanbul for negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears unlikely, according to Stanislav Zhelikhovskyi, PhD in Political Science and international expert.
12 May 2025
Ukraine coordinates ceasefire process with European partners
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andrii Yermak, held talks with representatives of European Union institutions, Nordic and Baltic states, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany regarding the ceasefire process.
World still waiting for Russia’s answer to ceasefire proposals – Zelensky
Russia, in any case, will have to end the war it launched against Ukraine. It would be better to do so sooner rather than later.
Putin asked for talks — now he must show up, says French FM
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, believes that Vladimir Putin must travel to Istanbul and meet there with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Ukraine ready to present reform roadmaps to EU member states, European Commission – Stefanishyna
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice of Ukraine Olha Stefanishyna stated that Ukraine is ready to present its reform roadmaps to representatives of European Union member states and the European Commission.