During the negotiations, the US and Russia discussed navigation in the Black Sea. Lavrov advocates for the restoration of the Black Sea Initiative in a form acceptable to all.
Negotiations between Russia and the United States in Riyadh were technical, their results will not be published. Also, there are no plans for a trilateral meeting with the participation of Ukraine at this time.
A meeting between Ukrainian and American teams regarding a ceasefire between Kyiv and Moscow is underway in Riyadh. A positive statement is expected in the near future, but the signing of documents is not planned.
The US State Department reported that the issue of the occupied territories of Ukraine will be discussed after a complete ceasefire. The main thing now is to achieve peace.
The Atlantic editor was accidentally added to a chat with plans for strikes on Houthis. Congress is outraged, adviser Waltz faces resignation due to the leak.
Putin seeks to use ceasefire negotiations in Ukraine to reach geopolitical agreements with the United States. The Kremlin wants to squeeze the maximum benefits from Trump's desire to conclude a peace agreement.
US President Donald Trump has introduced a 25% duty on imports of Venezuelan oil, which may affect China and India. Caracas called it an act of aggression, but the US is ready for negotiations.
In the correspondence, US officials expressed disdain for European allies, believing that they "free-ride" on US assistance in the fight against the Houthis in Yemen, planning to shift the costs to them.
A meeting between Ukrainian and American delegations is planned in Saudi Arabia following Russian-American negotiations on a ceasefire. A positive statement is expected in the near future.
The parties have completed negotiations on a ceasefire in the Black Sea and expect a positive announcement in the near future. A draft joint statement has been sent to Moscow and Washington.
A group of US senators is pushing for the transfer of more than $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. They are also calling on the Trump administration to encourage allies to take this step.
Russia seeks to prolong negotiations with the United States in order to seize more Ukrainian territories. The Kremlin hopes that Washington will allow advances on the battlefield.
Donald Trump said he knows nothing about a secret chat in Signal discussing attacks on the Houthis in Yemen. The editor of The Atlantic accidentally witnessed the discussion.
Jeffrey Goldberg witnessed a discussion of attacks on the Houthis in Yemen in a secret Signal chat. He received information about US plans two hours before they began.
Zelenskyy stressed the need for strong steps to force Russia to peace through sanctions, support for Ukraine and international coordination. Ukraine is preparing joint security steps with Europe.
Donald Trump said that the visit of the American delegation to Greenland is friendliness, not provocation. He added that Greenland could become part of the future of the United States.
Donald Trump said that in Saudi Arabia they are discussing issues of territories, demarcation lines and energy. Discussions are focused on a ceasefire and the safety of navigation in the Black Sea.
Donald Trump announced expectations of signing an agreement with Ukraine on the distribution of income from mineral resources. The US is also negotiating the ownership of Ukrainian power plants by American companies.
Russia seeks to delay negotiations in order to occupy more Ukrainian territories. The Kremlin hopes that the West will force Kyiv to give Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions to Russia.
Peskov announced the existence of a common vision regarding the framework of a future peace agreement; also, the Russian delegation is negotiating with the USA in Riyadh.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy brought Usyk's championship belt as a gift to Trump, but did not take it back after the dispute. Now the belt is stored in the White House as a reminder of the failed negotiations.
The European Commission stressed that the EU's position is clear: Ukraine decides on the terms of peace. Any negotiations about Ukraine must take place only with its participation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy invited US Vice President J. D. Vance to visit Ukraine during the war.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeared on the cover of Time with a story about disputes with Trump, a meeting with Vance, and the future of Ukraine in the war. The OP features paintings about victory.
China's Deputy Prime Minister assured foreign companies' CEOs of the country's business potential. Investment banks cautiously improved their forecasts for China for 2025, but did not reach the official growth forecast.
Zelenskyy expressed hope that Trump will realize Putin's weakness and the catastrophic consequences of Russia's victory not only for Ukraine, but also for the West, including the United States. He believes that Trump can squeeze concessions from the Kremlin.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy brought Trump Usyk's championship belt, but did not present it. Instead, he showed photographs of Ukrainian prisoners of war who had been tortured in captivity.
The White House plans to introduce mutual tariffs from April 2, but their effect may be narrowed. Mexico, Russia, Japan, South Korea and Vietnam may be affected.
Romania and Bulgaria fear that a deal between the US and Russia could restore Moscow's influence in the Black Sea. The talks concern the safety of navigation and exports.
Japan has created a Joint Operations Command to better coordinate troops. This is a response to challenges from China and North Korea, as well as strengthening its partnership with the United States.