President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (December 3, 2025) he believes Russia’s Vladimir Putin wants to end the Ukraine war despite inconclusive talks in Moscow, as U.S. officials prepared for a follow-up meeting with Kyiv’s top negotiator.

Trump Says Putin Wants To End Ukraine War 

The European Commission will move ahead with controversial plans to fund Ukraine with a loan based on Russia’s frozen assets, but in a concession to concerns raised by Belgium, which hosts most of the assets, the EU executive has also proposed another option: an EU loan based on common borrowing.

EU Moves To Seize $105 BN of Russian Assets To Fund Ukraine Reparations

Russia-Ukraine War: President Trump has publicly stated that his advisers, including envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential adviser Jared Kushner, believe Russian President Vladimir Putin wants the war in Ukraine to end. The comments follow a lengthy closed-door meeting in Moscow, where U.S. negotiators presented a revised peace proposal that included Ukraine ceding parts of the Donbas and agreeing not to join NATO.

Russia-Ukraine War: Trump: Putin Wants Ukraine War to End, Advisers Say

The United States has suspended some weapons deliveries to Ukraine and cut off a direct communication channel with German military officials coordinating support. German Army commander Lieutenant General Christian Freuding revealed that the constant text messaging line with the Pentagon has been halted, forcing him to go through the German Embassy in Washington for updates.

US Cuts Direct Military Communication With Germany Over Ukraine Aid 

Russia has claimed the capture of the strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk after months of intense fighting, marking what Moscow describes as a major operational victory. President Putin hailed the achievement, suggesting it will aid further advances in the Donbas region. However, Ukrainian officials dispute the claim, stating their forces still hold parts of the city. 


Russia-Ukraine: Russia Claims Capture of Pokrovsk, Ukraine Denies

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has emphasized that any peace negotiations to end the war with Russia must involve Ukraine directly. Speaking ahead of high-level talks between US and Russian officials, he called for transparency and fairness, stressing that no decisions should be made behind Ukraine’s back.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelenskyy Says Peace Talks Must Include Ukraine

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia and the U.S. failed to reach a peace deal on Ukraine after high-level talks in Moscow, with both sides acknowledging persistent disagreements over territorial disputes. 


Russia-Ukraine War: US-Russia Talks Stall on Ukraine Peace 

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia and the U.S. failed to reach a peace deal on Ukraine after high-level talks in Moscow, with both sides acknowledging persistent disagreements over territorial disputes and security guarantees. 


Russia-Ukraine War: U.S. & Russia Fail To Reach Ukraine Peace Deal 

Russia has claimed full control over the city of Pokrovsk after a prolonged 12-month battle in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The reported capture follows intense urban combat and steady advances by Russian forces.

Russia Claims Control Over Pokrovsk After 12 Months of Fighting

Russia has claimed the capture of two key Ukrainian cities, marking its biggest advance in Ukraine in over a year, according to reports. This significant development comes amid ongoing tensions and conflict in Eastern Ukraine. In November, Russian forces reportedly made strategic gains, raising concerns for Ukrainian defense and global security analysts. Stay updated with the latest Russia-Ukraine conflict news.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Under Pressure | Russia Claims Key City Captures

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Claims Capture of 2 Key Ukrainian Cities | Biggest Advance in Year

Ukraine hit two tankers used by Russia to export oil while skirting Western sanctions with marine drones in the Black Sea, an official from the SBU security service said on Saturday.
The joint operation to hit the so-called 'shadow fleet' vessels was run by the SBU and Ukraine's navy, the official said on condition of anonymity.

Black Sea Attack: Oil Tankers Hit by Sea Baby Naval Drones

Russia-Ukraine attack :blasts over Kyiv skyline as Russia launches air attack on Ukraine

Ukraine Hits Two Russian tankers in Black Sea near Turkey

Ukraine Drones Halt OPs at Russian Oil Terminal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said his chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has resigned following an anti-corruption raid on his home.


Zelensky’s Top Adviser Andriy Yermak Resigns After Anti-corruption Raid Ahead Of Peace Talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said his chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has resigned following an anti-corruption raid on his home.

Ukraine: Zelensky's Chief Staff Resigns Amid Anti-Corruption Raids

Zelensky’s Top Adviser Andriy Yermak Resigns After Anti-corruption Raid Ahead Of Peace Talk

Ukraine: Zelensky's Chief Staff Resigns Amid Anti-Corruption Raids 

Putin said that US President Donald Trump's plan was "a set of issues put forward for discussion" rather than a draft agreement, adding that it could become the basis of future agreements.



Kyiv's Tough Choice: Bad Deal or No Deal

A corruption scandal has engulfed an aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, raising questions about governance and political accountability in Kyiv. This video details the allegations, the ongoing investigations, and potential implications for Ukraine’s administration amid the ongoing war.

Corruption Scandal Grips Zelensky’s Aide

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