On Thursday (February 20), President Volodymyr Zelensky met with U.S. envoy for the war in Ukraine, Keith Kellogg. However, their scheduled joint news conference was canceled at the request of the United States, according to Zelensky's office.

Russia-Ukraine war: Washington 'cancels' news conference after Zelensky meets US envoy Kellogg

US President Donald Trump called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a “dictator without elections” and criticized the $200 billion US aid to Ukraine, claiming the US gains nothing while Europe benefits. Trump also criticized Biden’s efforts to end the war and labeled Zelensky as a “modestly successful comedian.”

Why Trump is targeting Zelensky and calling him a dictator?

Russian strikes on the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa have caused widespread damage, leaving tens of thousands of residents without heat or electricity. According to Ukrainian President Zelensky, the latest attack has impacted approximately 160,000 people. The strikes have also affected essential facilities, with 13 schools, several kindergartens, and hospitals left without power. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian missiles hit Odesa, Kyiv says energy infrastructure targeted

Russia Ukraine War Live: Saudi becomes a dealmaker as it is hosting breakthrough US-Russia talks with the two sides expected to discuss ways to end the conflict in Ukraine and restore American-Russian relations. Top Russian and US officials met on Tuesday in Riyadh. The two parties will talk about measures to resolve the Ukrainian issue and mend US-Russian ties.&nbsp;
Notably, Ukraine is not part of the talks. It says that no peace agreement can be reached on its behalf.
<h2>Russia Ukraine War Live Updates:</h2>
Russia announced that Sergei Lavrov, the foreign minister, would meet with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other senior US officials to discuss stopping the war in Ukraine and re-establishing "the whole complex" of relations between the two countries.&nbsp;
China weighed in on the talks ahead of the meeting. It said that it hoped "all parties and stakeholders can participate" in talks over the war in Ukraine. On being asked about the discussions, foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said China was "happy to see all efforts towards peace", adding: "At the same time, we hope that all parties and stakeholders can participate in the peace talks in due course."&nbsp;
<h2>Stay with WION to get all the latest updates:&nbsp;</h2>

The US&nbsp;and&nbsp;Russian&nbsp;delegations have agreed to &ldquo;address irritants&nbsp;to our bilateral relationship with the objective of taking steps necessary to normalise the operation of our respective diplomatic missions,&rdquo; US state department spokesperson&nbsp;Tammy Bruce&nbsp;said after today&rsquo;s Riyadh talks.

US-Russia agree to 'address irritants' to bilateral relationship, start Ukraine talks: US 

To read a wrap of thsi blog, read this story:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-one-is-being-sidelined-us-says-end-to-ukraine-conflict-must-be-acceptable-to-all-including-kyiv-europe-8733231">'No one is being sidelined': US says end to Ukraine conflict must be acceptable to all, including Kyiv, Europe</a>
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Russia told the United States in talks on Tuesday that it opposed any NATO member sending troops to Ukraine as part of a ceasefire, Moscow's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
"The appearance of troops of armed forces from the same NATO countries, whether under a foreign flag, under the flag of the European Union or under national flags, does not change anything in this respect. This is unacceptable to us, of course," Lavrov told reporters following talks in Saudi Arabia.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Russia opposes any NATO member sending troops to Ukraine, says Lavrov

Following US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov suggested Tuesday that the United States was in favour of cutting sanctions on Moscow imposed over its Ukraine offensive.
"There was strong interest in removing artificial barriers to the development of mutually beneficial economic cooperation," Lavrov told reporters after talks in Riyadh with top US officials.

Russia Ukraine War Live: US showed interest in lifting sanctions on Russia: Russian FM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday criticised talks between US and Russian officials in Saudi Arabia as talks about the war in Ukraine without Ukrainian participation.
Talks "are taking place between representatives of Russia and representatives of the United States of America. About Ukraine -- about Ukraine again -- and without Ukraine," Zelensky said during an official visit to Turkey.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Zelensky slams US-Russia meeting as talks about Ukraine 'without Ukraine'

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Riyadh on Tuesday following the US-Russia talks hosted by the kingdom, state media reported.
The SPA news agency published videos on social media platform X of the pair meeting, a day after Prince Mohammed held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Russian foreign minister meets Saudi crown prince

"This needs to be a permanent end to the war and not a temporary end, as we've seen in the past," Waltz US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz said following US-Russia talks in Riyadh on Tuesday.&nbsp;
He added, "there is going to be some discussion of territory and there's going to be discussion of security guarantees."

Russia Ukraine War Live: US adviser says Ukraine talks to focus on 'territory' and 'security guarantees'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said European nations would have to be involved in talks on ending the Ukraine war following the meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Riyadh.
"There are other parties that have sanctions (on Russia), the European Union is going to have to be at the table at some point because they have sanctions as well," said Rubio.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Rubio says EU 'going to have to be at the table' in Ukraine talks

The conversation was very useful very valuable and the American party has now a better understanding of our situation, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during a press conference following talks in Riyadh.&nbsp;
He noted that the most important yet basic thing they have achieved is to ensure that ambassadors of Russia in the US and American ambassadors in Russia are assigned as soon as possible.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov holds press conference following talks in Riyadh

The US State Department said more work would be needed to bring an end to the war in Ukraine, but called a meeting in Riyadh Tuesday between top diplomat Marco Rubio and his Russian counterpart "an important first step".
"One phone call followed by one meeting is not sufficient to establish enduring peace," spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said in a statement. "We must take action, and today we took an important step forward."

Russia Ukraine War Live: US hails 'important step forward' following meeting with Russia in Saudi 

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday after meeting with his Russian counterpart in Riyadh that ties between Washington and Moscow could grow if the Ukraine war ends.
Rubio told reporters that "extraordinary opportunities existed to partner" with Russia, adding that "the key to unlock that is the end to this conflict".

Russia Ukraine War Live: Rubio says 'Extraordinary opportunities' for US-Russia ties if Ukraine conflict ends

Following a meeting with Russia's top diplomat in Riyadh, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday (Feb 18), that Washington aiming for a "fair" and "enduring" solution to the Ukraine war.
Rubio added that he was "convinced" that Moscow was willing to engage in a "serious process" to end the war.

Russia Ukraine War Live:  US targeting 'fair, enduring' end to Ukraine conflict, says Rubio

Russia's Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to appoint high-level teams to being working to end Russia's war in Ukraine as early as possible. 
They also agreed to future cooperation on matters of mutual Geopolitical interest and investment opportunities emerging from end to conflict in Ukraine.&nbsp;

Russia Ukraine War Live: Rubio, Lavrov agreed to appoint high-level teams to end war 

A Russian negotiator said after meeting US officials in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday (Feb 18) that talks had been "serious" but that it was hard to say whether Moscow's and Washington's positions had converged.

'Hard to say' US, Russian positions getting closer: Russian negotiator

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky met Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on Tuesday (Feb 18), as Kyiv seeks to shore up its position in response to US-Russia talks.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Zelensky meets Turkey's Erdogan amid US shift on Ukraine

Russia and the United States will discuss the Ukraine conflict in "due course," a Kremlin negotiator told state TV on Tuesday (Feb 18), after the conclusion of high-level talks between the two countries in Saudi's Riyadh.&nbsp;
"We discussed and outlined our principled positions, and agreed that separate teams of negotiators will be in touch on this topic in due course," Yuri Ushakov, President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy aide, said.&nbsp;

Russia Ukraine War Live: Russia, US will discuss Ukraine conflict 'in due course': Moscow negotiator

Russia wants NATO to disavow its 2008 promise to give Ukraine membership of the US-led military alliance some day, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday (February 18).&nbsp;

Russia Ukraine War Live: Russia wants NATO to disavow 2008 promise to Ukraine, foreign ministry says

The US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia has ended.&nbsp;

Russia Ukraine War Live: US-Russia talks in Riyadh ended

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova&nbsp; said that the fhe first morning session in Riyadh is over.
"The Russian and US delegations have begun a working lunch at the talks in Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s Riyadh," she added.&nbsp;
Post lunch, the delegations will return to the negotiating table for a wrap-up session, a TASS correspondent said.

First morning session in Riyadh concludes

"Peace cannot be a simple ceasefire &ndash; we need an agreement that will ensure a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine and security in Europe," &nbsp;European Council president Ant&oacute;nio Costa said after his meeting with US Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg.
Coasta stressed that Ukraine can count on Europe, adding, "We are ready to continue to work constructively with the US to ensure peace and security."

Peace cannot be a simple ceasefire: European Council president 

The US and Russian officials have taken a short break for 15 minutes, Moscow's foreign ministry said.&nbsp;
Spokesperson Maria Zakharova adds that when the talks are done, the foreign ministry will brief the media.

Saudi talks on short break 

Kremlin says Ukraine has the 'right' to join EU, but not NATO.

Kremlin says Ukraine has 'right' to join EU, but not NATO

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen told US envoy Keith Kellogg on Tuesday that Europe wants to work with Washington for peace in Ukraine, and is ready to do more to arm Kyiv.&nbsp;
"We want to partner with the US to deliver a just and lasting peace for Ukraine," von der Leyen wrote on X after meeting Kellogg in Brussels.&nbsp;

Europe wants to 'partner' with US for 'just' Ukraine peace: EU chief

The Kremlin said Tuesday that Russian leader Vladimir Putin was ready to talk to Volodymyr Zelensky "if necessary" but repeated its questioning of his legitimacy as Ukrainian president.
"Putin himself said that he would be ready to negotiate with Zelensky if necessary but the legal basis of agreements needs discussion considering the reality that Zelensky's legitimacy can be questioned," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

Putin ready to talk to Zelensky 'if necessary': Kremlin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Tuesday (February 18) emphasised China&rsquo;s commitment to promoting peace and dialogue, welcoming efforts such as the consensus reached by the United States and Russia over the Ukraine crisis.
&ldquo;We hope that all parties can jointly resolve the root causes of the Ukrainian crisis, find a balanced, effective, and sustainable security architecture, and achieve long-term peace and stability in Europe,&rdquo; Guo said during a regular press event.

China hopes 'all parties can jointly resolve the root causes of the Ukrainian crisis'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv was not invited to the discussions in Riyadh. He said Kyiv "did not know anything about" the talks in Riyadh, according to Ukrainian news agencies, and that it "cannot recognise any things or any agreements about us without us".
He said on social media that any peace deal would need to include "robust and reliable" security guarantees, which France and Britain have called for but not all European powers support.

Zelensky says Ukraine won't recognise 'Riyadh talks: Kyiv 'cannot recognise any things or any agreements about us without us'

China's top envoy to the United Nations on Monday emphasized that his nation "welcomes" the recent consensus reached on Ukraine peace negotiations by the United States and Russia and it hopes that all parties involved will participate in the process to reach a "fair" and "mutually accepted" peace agreement.
"China welcomes all efforts toward peace, including the consensus reached between the US and Russia on initiating peace talks," Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the UN, said at a UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine. He chaired the meeting as the rotating president of the Security Council in February.
"China hopes that all parties involved, as well as relevant stakeholders, will participate in the peace process to reach a fair, lasting, binding and mutually accepted peace agreement," he added.

China welcomes peace talks to resolve Ukraine crisis 

On one side, talks are underway to end the war, on the other side, Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko said that drone debris fell in one of the districts of the capital, causing a fire at an industrial enterprise.&nbsp;
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Smoke rises over Kyiv after attack

Russian negotiator said that Moscow expects progress on economic talks with US in '2-3 months'.&nbsp;
"We have a series of proposals, which our colleagues are thinking about. And I think that there will, possibly, be progress in the not so distant future, in the next two-three months," Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund and Moscow's economic negotiator for talks with Washington, told state TV.&nbsp;

Russia expects progress on economic talks with US in '2-3 months'

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Visuals of Lavrov and US officials at Riyadh meeting 

The head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund called described Donald Trump as problem solver.&nbsp;

Russia's wealth fund chief calls says Trump a problem solver 

Russian Foreign posted a video of the Russian Foreign minister Sergei Lavrov, presidential aide Yuri Ushakov and Russia's wealth fund chief Kirill Dmitriev arriving for talks with US delegation.&nbsp;

Lavrov shakes hands with Saudi hosts

The US and Russian diplomats were meeting in Saudi Arabia for talks on resetting their countries' fractured ties and making a tentative start on trying to end the Ukraine war.
Both sides played down the chances that the first high-level meeting between the countries since US President Donald Trump took office would result in a breakthrough.

US-Russia talks begin in Saudi

Russia Ukraine War Live: Notably absent from the talks, Ukraine remains a focal point as global powers like China express hopes for inclusive peace negotiations involving all stakeholders.

Russia Ukraine War Live: Saudi becomes a dealmaker as it is hosting breakthrough US-Russia talks with the two sides expected to discuss ways to end the conflict in Ukraine and restore American-Russian relations. Top Russian and US officials met on Tuesday in Riyadh. The two parties will talk about measures to resolve the Ukrainian issue and mend US-Russian ties. Notably, Ukraine is not part of the talks. It says that no peace agreement can be reached on its behalf. Russia Ukraine War Live Updates: Russia announced that Sergei Lavrov, the foreign minister, would meet with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other senior US officials to discuss stopping the war in Ukraine and re-establishing "the whole complex" of relations between the two countries. China weighed in on the talks ahead of the meeting. It said that it hoped "all parties and stakeholders can participate" in talks over the war in Ukraine. On being asked about the discussions, foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said China was "happy to see all efforts towards peace", adding: "At the same time, we hope that all parties and stakeholders can participate in the peace talks in due course." Stay with WION to get all the latest updates:

Talks conclude in Saudi Arabia HIGHLIGHTS: Russia says there is ‘mutual desire’ to start Ukraine peace talks

During a session at the Munich Security Conference on Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy disclosed that US President Donald Trump shared his personal contact number in their recent phone call.

'You can call anytime': Ukrainian Prez Zelensky says Trump gave him personal phone number

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that he was ready to meet Vladimir Putin face-to-face, provided Kyiv and its allies had agreed on a strategy for ending the conflict.

Zelensky says ready to ‘Sit with Putin’ after Kyiv’s allies agree plan

Ukrainian president tells reporters at Munich security conference he believes Putin will target Poland or the Baltics in 2026. Watch in for more details!

Vlodomyr Zelensky: Putin will target Poland or Baltics in 2026

Talking to the press ahead of the much anticipated bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump, Indian PM Narendra Modi remarked that contrary to what the world thinks, "India is not neutral".
The Indian PM noted this while answering questions on India's stance on the war between Ukraine and Russia, which is nearing its three-year mark.
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Thanking Trump for taking the initiative towards ending the Ukraine war, Modi stressed that it was a misconception that India was neutral about the war. "The world thinks India is neutral, but India is not neutral. India has its own stance, and India&rsquo;s stance is peace," he said.
<h2>India-US to partner for Ukraine peace?</h2>
The Indian PM's statement can be seen as a precursor to a partnership between his nation and the United States. The allies may partner in pushing for peace in Ukraine.
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When asked if he sees India playing a role in his plan to broker peace in Ukraine, Trump remarked, "...We are just getting along well. We are going to get along with all countries. We are going to do very well. We are going to be doing, I think, record business, record numbers. We are going to work with India also. We have several big trade deals to announce in the very near future."&nbsp;
<h2>'National interest supreme'</h2>
PM Modi also praised Trump's 'Make America Great Again' slogan and said, "One thing that I deeply appreciate, and I learn from President Trump, is that he keeps the national interest supreme." Sitting alongside Trump in the White House, he drew parallels between the US president and himself and stressed, "And like him, I also keep the national interest of India at the top of everything else."
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World news | Discover how PM Modi asserts India's unique position ahead of crucial talks with US President Trump, highlighting India's proactive approach to global peace efforts.

Talking to the press ahead of the much anticipated bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump, Indian PM Narendra Modi remarked that contrary to what the world thinks, "India is not neutral". The Indian PM noted this while answering questions on India's stance on the war between Ukraine and Russia, which is nearing its three-year mark. Also read | 'BRICS is dead', declares Trump, threatens bloc with 100% tariffs over dollar challenge Thanking Trump for taking the initiative towards ending the Ukraine war, Modi stressed that it was a misconception that India was neutral about the war. "The world thinks India is neutral, but India is not neutral. India has its own stance, and India’s stance is peace," he said. India-US to partner for Ukraine peace? The Indian PM's statement can be seen as a precursor to a partnership between his nation and the United States. The allies may partner in pushing for peace in Ukraine. Also read | Trump slams Canada, says 'has been very bad to us on trade,' repeats talk of it becoming 51st US state When asked if he sees India playing a role in his plan to broker peace in Ukraine, Trump remarked, "...We are just getting along well. We are going to get along with all countries. We are going to do very well. We are going to be doing, I think, record business, record numbers. We are going to work with India also. We have several big trade deals to announce in the very near future." 'National interest supreme' PM Modi also praised Trump's 'Make America Great Again' slogan and said, "One thing that I deeply appreciate, and I learn from President Trump, is that he keeps the national interest supreme." Sitting alongside Trump in the White House, he drew parallels between the US president and himself and stressed, "And like him, I also keep the national interest of India at the top of everything else."

'India not neutral', says PM Modi on Ukraine-Russia war, thanks Trump for initiative to end war

Three people have been killed in a fresh Russian attack on eastern & southern Ukraine. Russian troops advance towards the Dnipro region. Watch this report for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war | Kyiv: 3 people killed in a fresh Russian attack

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Feb 12) said that Moscow is not interested in peace after a Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv killed at least one person.&nbsp;
Zelensky wrote on social media that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "not preparing for peace - he continues to kill Ukrainians and destroy cities."&nbsp;
"Only strong steps and pressure on Russia can stop this terror. Right now we need the unity and the support of all our partners in the fight for a just end to this war," he added.
Ukraine's state emergency services said that the attack caused damage and fires in at least four districts of the capital. In a statement on Telegram, Vitali Klitschko said, "Preliminary, one person was killed". He added that at least three others had been wounded.&nbsp;
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Andriy Yermak, who is the head of Ukraine's presidential office, said earlier that missile and air defence systems around Kyiv were working against incoming ballistic missiles.&nbsp;
Zelensky's latest comments came after he said he was ready to swap land in negotiations with Russia, which freed one American prisoner. The move was hailed by United States President Donald Trump, who called it a goodwill gesture.&nbsp;
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<h2>Zelensky's land swap offer&nbsp;</h2>
Zelensky said he was ready to swap land in negotiations with Russia in pursuit of peace. The remarks were striking as the Ukrainian president has in the past refused to cede any territory after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.&nbsp;
But in an interview with The Guardian published Tuesday, he said Kyiv was ready for serious talks ahead of a Friday meeting at the Munich Security Conference with US Vice President JD Vance - a vocal critic of US military support to Ukraine.
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"We will swap one territory for another," Zelensky said, adding that he was ready to trade land in Russia's Kursk region.&nbsp;
"Security guarantees without America are not real security guarantees," Zelensky said, acknowledging that Ukraine would not be able to enjoy security guarantees just with European partners.&nbsp;
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<h2>Russia rejects swapping&nbsp;</h2>
Russia on Wednesday rejected swapping occupied territory with Kyiv in any peace deal. "This is impossible. Russia has never and will never discuss the topic of exchanging its territory," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Ukraine's air defence systems engaged against the missile threat, underscoring the tense military standoff between Russia and Ukraine amidst potential negotiations.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Feb 12) said that Moscow is not interested in peace after a Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv killed at least one person. Zelensky wrote on social media that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "not preparing for peace - he continues to kill Ukrainians and destroy cities." "Only strong steps and pressure on Russia can stop this terror. Right now we need the unity and the support of all our partners in the fight for a just end to this war," he added. Ukraine's state emergency services said that the attack caused damage and fires in at least four districts of the capital. In a statement on Telegram, Vitali Klitschko said, "Preliminary, one person was killed". He added that at least three others had been wounded. Also read: In Marseille, PM Modi remembers Veer Savarkar's courageous escape attempt from British in the French city Andriy Yermak, who is the head of Ukraine's presidential office, said earlier that missile and air defence systems around Kyiv were working against incoming ballistic missiles. Zelensky's latest comments came after he said he was ready to swap land in negotiations with Russia, which freed one American prisoner. The move was hailed by United States President Donald Trump, who called it a goodwill gesture. Also read: Google sparks criticism by removing Black History Month, Pride Month, other such events Zelensky's land swap offer Zelensky said he was ready to swap land in negotiations with Russia in pursuit of peace. The remarks were striking as the Ukrainian president has in the past refused to cede any territory after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. But in an interview with The Guardian published Tuesday, he said Kyiv was ready for serious talks ahead of a Friday meeting at the Munich Security Conference with US Vice President JD Vance - a vocal critic of US military support to Ukraine. Also read: Uncertainty grips Indian immigrant community as Trump targets birthright citizenship "We will swap one territory for another," Zelensky said, adding that he was ready to trade land in Russia's Kursk region. "Security guarantees without America are not real security guarantees," Zelensky said, acknowledging that Ukraine would not be able to enjoy security guarantees just with European partners. Also read: Trump puts FCPA investigations on hold for 180 Days, giving Adani Group breathing space Russia rejects swapping Russia on Wednesday rejected swapping occupied territory with Kyiv in any peace deal. "This is impossible. Russia has never and will never discuss the topic of exchanging its territory," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. (With inputs from agencies)

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Russians purchased a record 75.6 metric tons of gold in 2024, marking a 6 percent increase from the previous year. This surge reflects a shift in consumer behavior as people sought to safeguard their savings amid escalating western sanctions.

Gold replaces foreign currency for Russian savers

Is there a secret NATO 'plot' to remove Ukraine's President Zelensky? NATO, the Western coalition led by the United States that has armed and financed Ukraine's response to the Russian occupation, is reportedly growing impatient with Zelensky. Critics argue that he has not been able to halt the Russian advance, has become an obstacle to peace negotiations with Moscow, and continues to demand financial and military support from the West without offering any accountability in return. While these claims are primarily coming from the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), similar sentiments seem to be emerging in various reports and commentaries from Western capitals. So has NATO finally grown tired of Zelensky?

Is there a secret NATO 'plot' to remove Ukraine's Zelensky?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reportedly said he doesn't know where most of the $200 billion in American aid went, despite the U.S. providing Kyiv with over $75 billion. His statement was reportedly in response to President Donald Trump’s claim last month that Ukraine has received $200 billion from the U.S.

Ukraine's $200 billion US aid mystery, Zelensky asks 'Where is the money?'

At least four people died overnight as Russian drone and missile strikes continued to pound Ukraine’s towns and cities, local officials said Saturday.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia kills 4 in Kharkiv and Poltava

#Gravitas U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, made it clear that the Russia-Ukraine war needs to end ‘now.’

Russia-Ukraine war 'needs to end now’

NATO scrambles for drones that can survive the Arctic. Watch in for more details!

NATO scrambles for ice-resistant drones

A nuclear power plant was among the targets of a massive Ukrainian drone attack against Russian oil and power facilities, Russian officials and media outlets reported on Wednesday.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine attacks Russia's oil, nuclear sites

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine attacks Russia's oil, nuclear site

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Jan 28) said that he would allocate people to hold peace talks with Ukraine if Volodymyr Zelensky wants to take part in the negotiations, however, he ruled out the possibility of speaking directly to the Ukrainian leader, whom he labelled "illegitimate".

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia ready to talks with Ukraine: Putin

Russia warns of nuclear war over Putin assassination plot. Watch to know more.

Russia warns of nuclear war over Putin assassination plot

U.S. President Donald Trump could fulfil his promise to end the war in Ukraine, but only if he includes Kyiv in any talks, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday.

Ukraine President: US President can stop war with Russia