Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky returned to the White House on Monday for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, aiming to revive efforts to end the war in Ukraine. In a notably warmer appearance than his strained February visit, Zelensky struck a collegial tone, thanking U.S. officials repeatedly and joking about his decision to wear a …
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska on 15 August to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, the Kremlin confirmed. The location was chosen for its proximity to Russia, with a possible follow-up summit in Moscow. The announcement came hours after Trump suggested Ukraine might need to cede some …
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a bill that places the country’s key anti-corruption agencies — NABU and SAPO — under the control of the prosecutor general. Critics say the move threatens their independence and weakens Ukraine’s anti-corruption efforts. The law has triggered protests in Kyiv and other cities, with demonstrators accusing the government of …
As of August 2023, the Russia-Ukraine war is intense, with Ukraine making significant advances, particularly in the Kursk region, where they have captured over 100 Russian soldiers. This incursion has led to a state of emergency in Russia’s Belgorod region due to drone attacks and shelling. Russia is countering with airstrikes and redeployments but struggles …