Western leaders are in Italy to explore ways to help Ukraine and punish Russia. Ahead of a Swiss Summit to forge peace in Ukraine, Moscow is closely watching all these developments on the eve of the Switzerland conference to which Russia has not been invited. Watch in for more details!

Ukraine dismisses Putin's demand for peace, calls them 'absurd'

As the 27-month conflict drags on and fewer volunteers show up than in the early going, Ukraine is under pressure to mobilise additional forces. The draft age was recently decreased to 25 and mobilisation procedures were strengthened by the authorities. Men may be called up if they are 60 years of age or older.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine’ under pressure to call more troops as older recruits await young help

Amidst persistent tensions resulting from Russia's 27-month-long invasion of Ukraine, US Vice President Kamala Harris has committed over USD 1.5 billion in aid for the country's energy industry and humanitarian relief. The annoucnement was made while Harris was in Lucerne, Switzerland for a summit on peace with Ukraine.

US Vice President Kamala Harris announces 1.5 billion dollar aid for Ukraine during Ukraine Peace Summit

Today, world leaders were scheduled to meet with Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, to discuss peace in his nation. However, it is being viewed as only the beginning of a lengthy process without Russia present.

Kyiv rejects Putin's demands for peace, "ceasefire offer cannot be trusted"

President Vladimir Putin said on Friday Russia would end the war in Ukraine only if Kyiv agreed to drop its NATO ambitions and hand over the entirety of four provinces claimed by Moscow, demands Kyiv swiftly rejected as tantamount to surrender.

Ukraine Peace Summit: Putin demands more Ukrainian land to end war; Kyiv rejects 'ultimatum'

World leaders began gathering in Switzerland on Saturday for a summit to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine, but the absence of powerful allies of Moscow such as China will blunt its potential impact.

Switzerland: 50 World leaders join Ukraine summit in test of Kyiv's diplomatic clout

In a tougher stance against China, G7 leaders on Friday (June 14) accused Beijing of supporting Russia in Ukraine war. The leaders threatened additional sanctions on those who materially aid Russia's military efforts.

G7 blames China for enabling Ukraine war, threatens sanctions

Switzerland is hosting a summit on Saturday, with aim to build broad international support for Ukrainian President Zelensky's peace proposals and that include the full withdrawl of Russian troops from Ukraine.

Switzerland: Around 50 Heads of State & Government to attend Peace Summit for Ukraine

Leaders head to Peace Summit  in Switzerland under shadow of Putin's demands

The group of seven nations wrapped up their first day of meetings in Italy. The summit was dominated by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and efforts to support the embattled nation. Leaders agreed on a framework for a 50 billion dollar loan for Ukraine, utilising interest generated from frozen Russian assets held by G7 nations.

G7 agrees on $50bn loan plan for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets

Russia-Ukraine war: Putin sets out condition for peace talks with Kyiv

The G7 meeting has commmenced - the leaders of advanced economies are meeting for a 3-day summit to discuss various issues dominating the world. On the first day of the summit, the leaders agreed to use frozen Russian assets to raise $50 bn for Ukraine.

G7 Summit: Biden vows to support Ukraine 'until war prevails', tells Putin 'you can't divide us'

G7 Summit Italy: G7 leaders close deal on $50 bn loan to Kyiv | US, Ukraine sign 10-yr security pact

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian President Putin sets out condition for peace talks with Kyiv

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G7 agree $50 bn loan for Ukraine | PM Modi arrives in Italy for G7

The G7 leaders are turning their attention to migration on day two of the Summit in Italy. The leaders plan to discuss ways to combat human trafficking and increase investment in countries from where migrants start out. Watch in for more details!

G7 Summit 2024: China & migration top agenda on second day; Pope Francis to address leaders

Leaders of advanced economies are gearing up for the annual G7 meeting in Italy. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is amongst the attendees who has reached Italy to participate in the 50th G7 Summit. He will likely meet US President Joe Biden and Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

G7 Summit 2024 Italy: French President Macron & PM Modi hold bilateral talks

G7 Summit 2024 Italy: G7 agrees on loan to support Ukraine with Russian assets

Headlines of the hour: - Reform UK overtakes Tories in opinion poll - Russia, Ukraine exchange attacks - Kuwait: Bodies of 45 dead reach India - Chinese #MeToo activist sentenced - Ex-Karnataka CM's aide under scanner - Musk's $56 billion pay deal approved

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Countries no less than six of them are at present facing serious domestic challenges. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky addressed the elephant in the room. Speaking at the summit Zelensky stressed on unity among allied nations.

G7 Summit: Ukrainian President seeks help of troubled G7 countries

President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today signed a 10-year bilateral security pact aimed at strengthening Ukraine's ability to defend itself in the present while also deterring aggression in the future.

G7 Summit: Biden signs 10-Year security deal with Zelensky amid G7 Summit

US President Joe Biden and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a 10-year bilateral security agreement on Thursday (June 13) aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense against Russian invaders and getting Ukraine closer to NATO membership.

G7 Summit 2024 Italy: Biden, Zelensky sign a 10-year defence agreement

G7 Summit Italy: PM Modi to hold bilateral talks with world leaders; what's on his agenda?

Headlines of the hour: - Reform UK overtakes Tories in opinion poll - Russia, Ukraine exchange attacks - Kuwait: Bodies of 45 dead reach India - Chinese #MeToo activist sentenced - Ex-Karnataka CM's aide under scanner

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