Ukrainian President Zelensky engaged Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner in active diplomatic talks aiming to accelerate an end to the war with Russia.
Russian drone attacks on Kyiv and eastern Ukraine intensify, targeting logistics and prompting high-level diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
Russian air defenses intercepted 30 Ukrainian drones over the Leningrad region hours before the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum opened.
Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities cause multiple civilian casualties and damage, amid escalating military tensions following recent regional attacks.
Russian missiles damaged Kyiv's National Museum 'Chernobyl,' destroying 40% of exhibits and forcing temporary closure during one of the largest attacks on the city’s cultural sites.
Russian forces launched intensified missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, including potential use of the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile, escalating military pressure on Ukraine's capital.
European leaders and Ukraine's president convened virtually to strategize renewed diplomatic efforts and enhance Europe's role in ending the war against Russian aggression.
President Zelensky met German officials to accelerate air defense support and drone cooperation as Ukraine faces intensified Russian missile strikes.
Ukraine imposes sanctions on 32 Russian companies and 34 individuals linked to the defense sector, extending existing measures and targeting supply chains critical to Russia’s military capabilities.
Putin names former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as his preferred EU negotiator for Ukraine peace talks, highlighting strategic business and political dimensions amid stalled diplomacy.
EU leaders prepare strategies for potential negotiations with Russia amid uncertain signals from Moscow and shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Ukraine proposed a unilateral ceasefire beginning May 6, yet Russian forces continue attacks, complicating efforts for a May 8-9 Victory Day truce.
Julie Davis, US Chargé d’Affaires in Ukraine, to leave her Kyiv post amid policy disagreements with Trump over support for Ukraine.
A fabricated BBC video falsely claiming a stolen Cezanne painting was found in President Zelensky's office highlights active Russian-linked disinformation campaigns targeting Western perceptions.
The US Treasury announced it will not extend temporary sanctions waivers allowing purchases of Russian and Iranian oil shipments, signaling a strategic enforcement shift with broad implications for global energy markets.
Turkey is actively facilitating renewed peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to end the ongoing conflict amid broader geopolitical tensions impacting global business landscapes.
Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia until oil flow resumes via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine, citing energy security concerns.