Turkey announces meeting schedule with US, Russian, and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul
Turkey has published a schedule of separate meetings of Ukrainian, Russian, Turkish and American delegations in Istanbul on Friday.
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Zelensky arrives in Albania
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Albania, where he will take part in the summit of the European Political Community (EPC).
Fire breaks out in Kyiv's Sviatoshynskyi district following drone attack
A fire has been reported in a non-residential area of Kyiv's Sviatoshynskyi district following a drone attack, with firefighters currently working at the scene.
Zelensky holds talks with FIFA president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a conversation with FIFA President Gianni Infantino and renowned Ukrainian footballer Andriy Shevchenko.
EU may approve new sanctions against Russia on May 20 – Merz
A new package of EU sanctions against Russia could be approved at the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Brussels on May 20.
15 May 2025
Zelensky approves delegation for talks in Istanbul
President Volodymyr Zelensky has approved the composition of the delegation for negotiations with representatives of the Republic of Turkey, the United States of America and the Russian Federation, scheduled for May 15-16 in Istanbul.
Russian delegate in Istanbul says Moscow seeks to resume 2022 negotiations
The Russian delegation views the talks in Istanbul as a continuation of the peace process that was interrupted in 2022.
‘At least sanctions’: Zelensky urges stronger pressure on Russia to achieve peace
Ukraine has consistently taken concrete steps toward ending the war, but pressure must also be applied to Russia.
Zelensky: Peace was the main priority in talks with Erdoğan
The primary focus of the hours-long conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was achieving peace in Ukraine
Meeting of four delegations in Istanbul will take place this evening or tomorrow – Zelensky
A meeting of Ukrainian, Russian, American, and Turkish delegations may take place in Istanbul on Thursday evening or Friday.
Zelensky: Status of temporarily occupied territories is not subject to negotiation
President Volodymyr Zelensky has emphasized that Ukraine’s territorial integrity is enshrined in the Constitution, making any discussions on the status of temporarily occupied territories, including Crimea, impossible.
Zelensky says ceasefire talks in Türkiye can be held without Putin
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on an unconditional ceasefire can be held in Türkiye at the technical group level, without the participation of the heads of state.
Zelensky to send delegation led by Umerov to Istanbul
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that he will send a Ukrainian delegation to Istanbul, headed by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, for talks with the Russian delegation.
EU calls on Russia to show willingness to achieve peace
The European Union joins Ukraine and international partners, including the United States, in calling for a full and unconditional ceasefire for at least 30 days. As before, it is now up to Russia to demonstrate a genuine willingness for peace.
Trump says ‘nothing will happen’ until he meets with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that when it comes to peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, "nothing will happen" until he meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
This week critical for advancing peace efforts – Ukraine’s FM
Ukraine is demonstrating openness and support for President Trump’s efforts to achieve a just peace. This week is critical, as pressure on the aggressor must intensify — Russia must face consequences for openly mocking peace efforts.
Putin misses opportunity offered by Zelensky – NATO Secretary General
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin failed to take advantage of a genuine opportunity for peace offered by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who expressed his readiness for a personal meeting. Instead, Russia sent a low-level delegation to negotiations in Istanbul.
Kyiv hits back: Russia sends insults, not peace to Türkiye talks
Instead of Russian President Vladimir Putin personally attending a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, what we hear from Russia are personal insults of the Ukrainian President.
Zelensky's meeting with Erdogan begins in Ankara
President of Ukraine Zelensky and President of Turkey Erdogan have started a meeting in Ankara.
Zelensky in Ankara on Russian delegation: this is sham level
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the Russians had sent a delegation to Turkey for talks that was of a “sham level.” The head of state promised to announce further actions of the Ukrainian delegation after talks with Turkish President Recep Erdogan.
Zelensky arrives in Ankara
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in the Turkish capital.
FM Sybiha arrives in Ankara for talks wearing vyshyvanka
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha arrived in the Turkish capital Ankara wearing an embroidered shirt to participate in talks on peace initiatives.
Sybiha coordinates peace efforts with foreign ministers of France, Germany, and Poland
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha coordinated with his counterparts from France, Germany, and Poland on maintaining cooperation with the United States to ensure long-term peace.
Second day of NATO foreign ministers’ meeting begins in Antalya
Today, the second day of the informal meeting of foreign ministers of NATO member countries is underway in Antalya, Türkiye.
President Zelensky to visit Türkiye on May 15
The President of Ukraine is set to visit Türkiye today to discuss peace initiatives and possible ways to end the war.
Sybiha meets Rubio, Senator Graham in Antalya
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha held a meeting in Antalya with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senator Lindsey Graham.
Expert advises mange expectations speaking about international force in Ukraine
In discussions about the format of the international Coalition of the Willing mission in Ukraine, the focus should be on specific and realistic objectives, without overpromising.
14 May 2025
Zelensky thanks Pope Leo XIV for willingness to mediate to restore global peace
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Pope Leo XIV for his readiness to mediate in restoring peace around the world.
Kremlin approves delegation for talks in Istanbul
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the list of delegates for upcoming negotiations with Ukraine in Türkiye.