During his visit to Saudi Arabia, the Ukrainian president will discuss the issue of lower oil prices. Zelenskyy believes that US President Donald Trump has the greatest influence in this matter.
US Special Representative Keith Kellogg will visit Ukraine on February 20 for a two-day visit. Zelenskyy plans to take him to the front to meet with the military and discuss security guarantees.
The President of Ukraine refused to sign a document on the transfer of 50% of Ukraine's mineral resources to the United States due to the lack of security guarantees. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of clear security guarantees in the future deal.
The United States is considering sending peacekeepers from non-European countries to Ukraine after the signing of the peace agreement. It is proposed to involve military personnel from Brazil and China to monitor the ceasefire line.
Flood warnings have been issued for 10 million people in the United States due to heavy rains and snowfall in the southeast. At least 9 people were killed, with Kentucky being the worst affected state.
Lavrov and Ushakov fly to Riyadh to meet with American representatives. The parties will discuss the restoration of Russian-American relations and a possible settlement of the situation in Ukraine.
President of the European Council Costa insists on the EU's participation in negotiations with Russia over the war in Ukraine. He emphasized that Russia poses a global threat not only to Ukraine but to the entire European security.
The U. S. Secretary of State said it was necessary to involve Ukraine and Europeans in peace talks. According to him, there are currently only preliminary conversations between Trump and Putin.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Saudi Arabia for talks with Russian representatives on ending the war in Ukraine. The meeting will take place on Trump's initiative after his conversations with Putin and Zelensky.
Trump is ready to allow European countries to purchase American weapons for transfer to Ukraine. This will allow Ukraine to receive U.S. weapons even if direct military assistance is cut off.
Peskov said that Russia has changed its approach to negotiations with Ukraine due to the alleged lack of sovereignty. the Kremlin also claims that any future agreements with Ukraine will be invalid.
On Tuesday, senior US and Russian officials will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss a possible agreement to end the war. The Ukrainian side expresses concern about negotiations without its participation.
US President Donald Trump announced Zelenskyy's participation in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Trump also announced a possible meeting with Putin in the near future.
On February 17, a summit of European defense powers will be held in Paris to discuss Ukraine's security. The leaders will discuss Ukraine's possible accession to NATO and their reactions to the US-Russia talks.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the coming weeks will show Putin's real interest in peace. This became known after Putin's conversation with Trump, where they discussed a peaceful settlement of the conflict.
The Ukrainian president said that Putin is afraid of Trump, which could push him to peace talks. Zelensky also warned the world not to trust the Russian dictator's statements, calling him a murderer.
On February 17, the leaders of the leading European countries will meet in Paris to discuss security and defense. The meeting is a response to the US statements about possible negotiations on Ukraine without the participation of European states.
The Trump administration has informed European officials of plans to end the war by Easter. Experts believe this plan is ambitious but unrealistic, expecting a settlement by 2025.
Steven Whitkoff is travelling with National Security Advisor Waltz to Saudi Arabia to negotiate a settlement to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Peskov said that after Trump's phone call with Putin, the countries will solve problems through dialogue. The Kremlin assures that the new dialogue will be “about peace” and invites Trump to visit Russia.
The President of Ukraine has revealed the losses of the Armed Forces in the war with Russia. According to him, 46,000 soldiers were killed, about 380,000 were wounded, and tens of thousands went missing.
On February 17, European leaders will meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine's security and defense. The meeting is a response to the US statements and an attempt by Europe to assume security guarantees for Ukraine.
A Ukrainian government delegation begins a working visit to Saudi Arabia to prepare for the President's visit. Projects in energy, agriculture, and infrastructure worth $500 million were presented.
Marco Rubio said that Hamas cannot remain the ruling force in Gaza and must be eliminated as a military organization. The United States and Israel have a common strategy for the future of the region.
A shipment of 2,000-pound MK-84 bombs from the United States arrives in Israel after a 9-month supply pause. Trump lifts Biden's ban on heavy weapons sales, which had been in effect since May 2024.
The UK government is investing £2. 5 billion to modernize the steel industry. The decision was made in response to the threat of a 25% tariff on steel imports by the United States.
Donald Trump said that The Washington Post and The New York Times are trying to “separate” him from Elon Musk. The US President believes that the media is “bad at this” and continues to do “great things” despite the negative publicity.
The US has sent European countries a request for detailed proposals for weapons and troops for Ukraine. The State Department wants to determine Europe's readiness to defend Kyiv after a peaceful settlement.
Russian advance south of Pokrovsk has slowed over the past two weeks. ISW believes that the occupiers may reorient their offensive to Kostiantynivka in the spring or summer of 2025.
The President of Ukraine met with the Prime Minister of Sweden to discuss the priority of supporting Ukraine in Stockholm's foreign policy. The two sides also discussed strengthening sanctions against Russia and enhancing defense cooperation.