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Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky condemned the Russian attack on a passenger bus in the Sumy region, stressing that it reflects Russia's attitude toward ceasefire negotiations.
The Polish Foreign Ministry expressed condolences to the families of the victims of the Russian attack on a passenger bus near Bilopillia in the Sumy region, emphasizing that this strike, just after peace talks in Istanbul, reveals the Kremlin's true intentions.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that a meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Russia is possible, but only if negotiators from both sides first reach "certain agreements."
U.S. senators renewed calls on Friday for Congress to pass sanctions on Russia after Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks showed little progress, but no votes were scheduled on bills introduced six weeks ago aimed at pressuring Moscow to negotiate seriously.
U.S. President Donald Trump believes that ending Russia's war against Ukraine is only possible with his direct involvement and has expressed interest in meeting with Vladimir Putin, whom he claims is "tired" of the war.
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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Montenegro Jakov Milatović met to discuss prospects for cooperation between their countries across various sectors and agreed to continue exchanging experience in the European integration process.
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense and investments in defense production with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed security guarantees and cooperation in the energy sector with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov.
Denmark is preparing its 26th military aid package for Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian teams in Istanbul and increasing pressure on Russia with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with President of the European Council António Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
The preliminary success of the talks in Istanbul still needs to be consolidated — pressure on Russia must continue. Many issues remain that can only be resolved if the presidents meet.
At the talks in Turkey, the Russian side voiced unacceptable demands for Ukraine, but given the experience of negotiations with the Russians since 2014, Ukrainian representatives know how to deal with this.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with President of Moldova Maia Sandu in Tirana, where the key topics for discussion included energy security, European integration, the impact of the European election results on political processes and hybrid threats from Russia.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has announced that a potential meeting at the level of the Ukrainian and Russian leaders is being prepared.
Efforts by Ukraine's partners to achieve peace have yielded a small but meaningful diplomatic breakthrough, and they must now continue to support Ukraine by all means, including militarily.
French President Emmanuel Macron believes that pressure on Russia must be intensified because it shows no willingness to stop the fighting.
The negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul have concluded, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, along with the leaders of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the Polish prime minister — who are all currently in Tirana — held a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he may soon call Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin to discuss ending Russia's war against Ukraine.
Russia is facing a moment where it must demonstrate its seriousness, while Ukraine, the United States, and Turkey stand united in the need to swiftly advance the peace process.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who leads the Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul, stated after talks with representatives of Turkey and the United States that the war must end with a lasting and just peace.
The Ukrainian delegation at the negotiations in Istanbul is communicating with the Russian delegation through an interpreter.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that the international community must impose severe sanctions on Russia's banking and energy sectors if the negotiations in Istanbul end without tangible results.
Pope Leo XIV has suggested holding peace talks between Ukraine and Russia at the Vatican after a meeting in Istanbul failed to bring together the main players in the conflict.
Putin made a “big mistake” by sending a low-level negotiating team to Istanbul today.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who is leading Ukraine’s delegation in Istanbul, has announced that Ukraine is ready for a full ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level. This statement followed his talks with advisors to the leaders of the United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin ignored the peace negotiation with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, clearly demonstrating his unwillingness to end the war. Therefore, pressure on Russia, including sanctions, must be increased.