Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukraine 2 days ago

Zelenskyy dismisses Trump's claim that Russia wants peace, says he knows Putin 'much better'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he understands Russian President Vladimir Putin "much better" than President Donald Trump does.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy 3 days ago

Four killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as Moscow continues to retaliate for Kyiv's drone strike

Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv, killing four and injuring dozens. President Zelenskyy condemned the violence and appealed for urgent air defense assistance.

Media 5 days ago

Trump weighs 'very harsh' Russia sanctions bill as German chancellor seeks more pressure on Putin

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discusses his meeting with President Donald Trump and why he asked to increase the pressure on Russia to end its war against Ukraine.

Donald Trump 5 days ago

Merz says US in 'strong position' to stop Putin, Trump says 'let them fight for a little while'

Trump compared war in Ukraine to children fighting in a park during a meeting with German Chancellor Merz, who emphasized that Trump is "the key person" who can pressure Russia to end the conflict.

Russia 5 days ago

Russia vows to repair planes damaged by Ukraine in massive drone attack, claims they were 'not destroyed'

Russia is vowing to repair the planes that were seen heavily damaged by Ukraine over the weekend in a massive drone attack across multiple airfields.

Ukraine June 2

Ukraine-Russia peace talks yield no ceasefire, Zelenskyy warns Putin should not be 'rewarded'

Ukraine reviews Russia's ceasefire terms after failed talks. Zelenskyy emphasizes no rewards for Putin and highlights NATO's importance in curbing Russian aggression.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy June 2

Ukraine, Russia meet for peace talks in Istanbul after explosive weekend

Istanbul is hosting Russian-Ukrainian peace talks Monday amid heightened tensions after Ukraine's drone attack on Russian airfields, and unclaimed bridge explosions.

Ukraine June 1

Ukraine’s 'Spider’s Web' drone strike burns over 40 Russian warplanes, Moscow calls it 'terrorist attack'

Ukraine launched a massive drone strike deep into Russia, hitting airbases and destroying over 40 bombers in its longest-range operation since the war began, according to officials.

Ukraine June 1

Ukraine destroys dozens of Russian warplanes with drone attack deep inside Russia

Ukrainian drones destroyed 40 Russian aircraft in a strategic attack on airfields. The operation was a year in the making, led by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Vladimir Putin May 29

Putin masses 50,000 troops on Ukraine's north front as Trump again agrees to meet Russian, Ukrainian leaders

Russia's troop buildup on Ukraine's border raises tensions. Zelenskyy and Trump push for peace talks, but Moscow's refusal to hand over memorandum stalls negotiations.

World May 28

Franklin Graham meets with Zelenskyy in Berlin, offers prayer as Russia-Ukraine war escalates

Franklin Graham reflected on a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he prayed for peace in Ukraine and believes “only God can solve" the conflict with Russia.

White House May 28

Trump says he will meet with Putin, Zelenskyy 'if necessary' amid negotiations to end war

President Donald Trump's willingness to come to the table comes just after he condemned Russia’s recent large-scale strike against Ukraine.

Donald Trump May 27

Putin rejects Trump's Vatican push as Kremlin accuses him of being 'emotional': envoy Kellogg

Putin rejects Trump's Vatican peace talks proposal for Russia-Ukraine, suggesting Geneva instead. Trump condemns Putin's drone strikes as 'crazy' on social media.

Donald Trump May 26

GOP lawmaker blasts 'dumb' Trump comment on Zelenskyy despite 'perfect' criticism of Putin

Republican Rep. Don Bacon dings part of President Donald Trump's social media post as "dumb" after Trump criticized both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Russia May 26

Russia, Ukraine swap hundreds of prisoners hours after Moscow launches massive aerial assault

Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds of prisoners Sunday just hours after Moscow launched one of the largest aerial assaults on Ukraine in the ongoing war.

White House May 21

Trump distances himself from Russia–Ukraine conflict: 'Not our people, not our soldiers'

Trump told reporters Wednesday that the conflict didn’t involve the U.S. people or military personnel.

Vladimir Putin May 21

Putin visits Kursk region for first time since booting Ukrainian forces from territory

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the western Kursk region on Tuesday, the first time he stopped by since Russian forces ejected Ukrainian troops from the area.

Marco Rubio May 20

US awaits Putin ceasefire proposal after Trump phone call, Rubio says

The U.S. is awaiting a proposal from Vladimir Putin that may lead to a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, Secretary Marco Rubio announced Tuesday.

Donald Trump May 19

President Trump confident Putin wants peace with Ukraine, thinks he's 'had enough' of war

Following years of outright conflict in Ukraine, President Donald Trump said that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin wants peace between the two countries.

Vladimir Putin May 18

Rubio teases details of potential Trump, Putin in-person meeting after Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks stall

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. is testing whether the Russians are serious in Ukraine peace talks, warning there's not time to waste.

Pope Leo XIV May 18

IN PICTURES: Pope Leo XIV addresses 150,000 faithful in inaugural Mass

Photo collection shows pontiff greeting nearly 150,000 faithful and world leaders at Vatican ceremony

Religion May 17

Pope Leo says family based on ‘union between a man and a woman,’ defends dignity of unborn

Pope Leo XIV has reaffirmed traditional Catholic views on marriage and dignity of the unborn, emphasizing peace, justice and truth in his first major remarks.

Ukraine May 17

Russian drone strike in Ukraine kills 9, injures 4 after peace talks, officials say

A Russian drone strike hit a passenger bus in northeastern Ukraine on Saturday, killing nine people and injuring four others, according to Ukrainian officials.

Ukraine May 16

Zelenskyy speaks with Trump, allies after Russia peace talks broker no ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and world leaders discuss Russia's rejection of a ceasefire. President Donald Trump emphasizes the need for a direct meeting with Putin to resolve the conflict.

Donald Trump May 15

Rubio doubts 'anything productive' will happen in Ukraine peace talks without Trump, Putin

Trump and Putin's absence casts doubt on Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Turkey. Rubio stresses the need for their direct dialogue to achieve a breakthrough.

Donald Trump May 14

Trump considers joining Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Turkey, unclear if Putin will show

President Donald Trump may join in on Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Turkey on Thursday, as the world awaits to see if Russian President Vladimir Putin will show up.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy May 12

Poland orders Russian consulate in Krakow closed after blaming Kremlin for 2024 arson

Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski announced the closure of Russia's consulate in Krakow on Monday following an investigation that found Moscow responsible for a 2024 arson in Warsaw.

Ukraine May 11

Zelenskyy agrees to meet with Putin on Thursday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accepted Russian President Vladimir Putin's offer to meet in-person in Turkey on Thursday.

Vladimir Putin May 11

Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine to end war

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday proposed direct talks with Ukrainian officials to finally bring an end to the war, which was a welcome sign for Kyiv.

Russia May 9

Russia's Putin hosts China's Xi at massive Moscow military parade on Red Square

Chinese President Xi Jinping stood next to Vladimir Putin in Moscow as thousands of Russia troops and military vehicles participated in the Victory Day parade.