The Ukrainian armed forces have been selling arms received from the US to Mexican drug cartels, which they then use against the United States, American journalist Tucker Carlson said in an interview. Watch this report for more details!

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Russia is pushing deeper into Ukraine, with its forces now targeting Toretsk in the Donetsk region. Kyiv reports the downing of a Russian SU-25 jet, while Ukraine denies full Russian control over the city. Meanwhile, Donald Trump claims to have spoken with Vladimir Putin, but the Kremlin remains silent.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in a precarious position following discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin about Ukraine's future that excluded him. Zelensky is fighting for survival and has proposed supplying allies with Ukraine's rare earth minerals, saying, "Let's do a deal."

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US President Donald Trump reportedly said that he has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an attempt to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. Watch this report for more details!

Donald Trump says he's spoken with Putin about ending Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Feb 8) stressed that Russian President Vladimir <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/putin" rel="dofollow">Putin</a> is not preparing for negotiations or peace, but for the continuation of war.&nbsp;
The Ukrainian president said that Russia is forming new divisions and developing new military production facilities.&nbsp;
"This means one simple thing&mdash;Putin is preparing not for negotiations, not for peace, but for the continuation of the war&mdash;and not only against Ukraine," Zelensky said.
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He further said that Russia's cooperation with North Korea will continue to expand, adding that Moscow is also spreading modern warfare technologies to the region, "particularly drone technologies."&nbsp;
"They are now increasing their army by more than a hundred thousand soldiers," the Ukrainian president claimed.&nbsp;
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He warned "All partners must be aware of this and see it clearly."
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Intelligence reports confirm that Russia is forming new divisions and developing new military production facilities. Their cooperation with North Korea will continue to expand. Moscow is also spreading modern warfare technologies to the region, particularly drone technologies.&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/2r5Uw4IdGQ">pic.twitter.com/2r5Uw4IdGQ</a>
&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1888252053392159125?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
Earlier on Friday, Zelensky said that North Korean troops have returned to the frontline in Russia's Kursk region. A &ldquo;significant number&rdquo; of opposing troops had been &ldquo;destroyed&rdquo;, he said. &ldquo;We are talking about hundreds of Russian and North Korean soldiers.&rdquo;
North Korea sent more than 10,000 soldiers to Russia last year to help Moscow in its war with Ukraine.&nbsp;
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-russia-ready-for-peace-talks-but-rules-out-speaking-directly-with-illegitimate-zelensky-8662995" rel="dofollow"> Putin says Russia ready for peace talks but rules out speaking directly with 'illegitimate' Zelensky</a>
US President Donald Trump on Friday said he would "probably" meet Zelensky next week. The US president when asked by reporters in the White House whether such a meeting would be in Washington, replied that it &ldquo;could be Washington &ndash; well, I&rsquo;m not going there&rdquo;, referring to Kyiv.
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re also planning meetings and talks at the teams&rsquo; level. Right now Ukrainian and American teams are working out the details," he said in a post on X.&nbsp;
&nbsp;Zelenskyy&rsquo;s chief of staff said Ukraine was looking forward to a visit this month by Trump&rsquo;s special envoy for the region.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zelensky said that Russia is forming new divisions and developing new military production facilities, adding Putin is preparing not for negotiations but for war. 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Feb 8) stressed that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not preparing for negotiations or peace, but for the continuation of war. The Ukrainian president said that Russia is forming new divisions and developing new military production facilities. "This means one simple thing—Putin is preparing not for negotiations, not for peace, but for the continuation of the war—and not only against Ukraine," Zelensky said. Also read: ‘Won't be kind to him’: Zelensky open to face-to-face talks with 'enemy' Putin, but only under one condition He further said that Russia's cooperation with North Korea will continue to expand, adding that Moscow is also spreading modern warfare technologies to the region, "particularly drone technologies." "They are now increasing their army by more than a hundred thousand soldiers," the Ukrainian president claimed. Also read: Zelensky invites US companies to invest in Ukraine's rare earths He warned "All partners must be aware of this and see it clearly." Intelligence reports confirm that Russia is forming new divisions and developing new military production facilities. Their cooperation with North Korea will continue to expand. Moscow is also spreading modern warfare technologies to the region, particularly drone technologies.… pic.twitter.com/2r5Uw4IdGQ — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) February 8, 2025 Earlier on Friday, Zelensky said that North Korean troops have returned to the frontline in Russia's Kursk region. A “significant number” of opposing troops had been “destroyed”, he said. “We are talking about hundreds of Russian and North Korean soldiers.” North Korea sent more than 10,000 soldiers to Russia last year to help Moscow in its war with Ukraine. Also read: Putin says Russia ready for peace talks but rules out speaking directly with 'illegitimate' Zelensky US President Donald Trump on Friday said he would "probably" meet Zelensky next week. The US president when asked by reporters in the White House whether such a meeting would be in Washington, replied that it “could be Washington – well, I’m not going there”, referring to Kyiv. “We’re also planning meetings and talks at the teams’ level. Right now Ukrainian and American teams are working out the details," he said in a post on X. Zelenskyy’s chief of staff said Ukraine was looking forward to a visit this month by Trump’s special envoy for the region. (With inputs from agencies)

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Kyiv was hit by a deadly Russian aerial strike, leaving three dead and five injured. As Russia intensifies its offensive, Ukraine relies on drones to counter the attacks. Drone warfare is reshaping the battlefield as both sides escalate their military strategies.

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On the six-month anniversary of its first attack in Russia's Kursk region, Kyiv launched a new offensive on Thursday. This surprise assault involved multiple attacks but was doomed from the outset. Russian forces quickly repelled the incursion, maintaining control of their settlements. Has Ukraine learned nothing from its previous counter-offensives? As Ukraine clings to Kursk, Russia continues its offensive, seizing another village in eastern Donetsk.

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Ukraine has been granted fighter jets from the Netherlands and France, offering a significant boost to its military capabilities as the war with Russia intensifies. This support is seen as a critical step in bolstering Ukraine's defense and enhancing its air power, fueling hope for a shift in the conflict's dynamics.

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Russia has conducted drills involving its Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in the Volga region, signaling a show of military strength as the war with Ukraine continues. These exercises are seen as a demonstration of Russia's nuclear capabilities, adding to the growing tension in the ongoing conflict and raising concerns over escalation.

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Russia has begun exercises with its Yars intercontinental ballistic missile system, in what is likely to be seen as another attempt by Moscow to showcase its nuclear strength. This story tells you about the Yars, a nuclear missile that can be moved around on truck carriers or deployed in silos, and happens to be a crucial part of Moscow's nuclear deterrence. Watch in for more details!

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces that Ukraine has significantly increased its diplomatic and military contact with the United States, marking a shift in the strategic relationship between the two nations amidst ongoing tensions with Russia.

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With the war entering a dangerous phase and US President Donald Trump mounting pressure to end the war, Zelensky has finally blinked to say he has agreed to hold direct talks with Vladimir Putin. Watch in for more details!

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During his visit to Kyiv, the IAEA chief warned of the escalating nuclear risks posed by ongoing attacks on Ukraine's power grid. The warning highlights concerns over the safety of nuclear facilities and the potential global implications of further energy infrastructure strikes amidst the ongoing conflict.

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In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Donald Trump proposes a controversial approach, suggesting military aid to Ukraine could be linked to securing mineral resources crucial for health and defense. His remarks have sparked debates about foreign policy priorities and geopolitical strategies.

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Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday called on US companies to invest in his country's rare earths after President Donald Trump said he wanted a deal with Kyiv, which involved getting the minerals in exchange for military aid.
US President Trump said a day earlier that he would want strategic metals&mdash;essential for various technologies&mdash;in exchange for security from the United States.&nbsp;
Zelensky, who had floated the idea to the Republican leader last year, said it would be "fair" to give US companies access to the minerals as Washington has helped Kyiv fend off Russian forces.
"I would like US business... to develop this field here," Zelensky said, according to comments published by his office.
"We are open to the fact that all this can be developed with our partners, who are both helping us to protect our land and pushing the enemy back with their weapons, and sanctions packages -- and this is absolutely fair."
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He called the idea an "important economic point" in his so-called "victory plan" for ending the three-year war with Russia.
The Ukrainian leader said he had discussed such an initiative when he met Trump on a trip to the United States last autumn.&nbsp;
"I told him that we are open to investments from American companies," he said.&nbsp;
At the time, Zelensky said the plan was meant to protect Ukraine's natural resources.&nbsp;
Zelensky also said that a visit by Trump's Ukraine envoy, Keith Kellogg, was in preparation.&nbsp;
"We already have working on the dates when the American team will arrive. We are now agreeing on the dates and the delegation, and we are waiting for the teams. We will work jointly," he said.&nbsp;
Trump, who took office last month, has said he wants to begin peace talks on the war between the neighbours, which has dragged on for almost three years.&nbsp;
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World: US President Trump said a day earlier that he would want strategic metals -- essential for various technologies -- in exchange for security from the United States. 

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday called on US companies to invest in his country's rare earths after President Donald Trump said he wanted a deal with Kyiv, which involved getting the minerals in exchange for military aid. US President Trump said a day earlier that he would want strategic metals—essential for various technologies—in exchange for security from the United States. Zelensky, who had floated the idea to the Republican leader last year, said it would be "fair" to give US companies access to the minerals as Washington has helped Kyiv fend off Russian forces. "I would like US business... to develop this field here," Zelensky said, according to comments published by his office. "We are open to the fact that all this can be developed with our partners, who are both helping us to protect our land and pushing the enemy back with their weapons, and sanctions packages -- and this is absolutely fair." Also read: Ukraine war: Zelensky says US has not stopped military aid to Kyiv He called the idea an "important economic point" in his so-called "victory plan" for ending the three-year war with Russia. The Ukrainian leader said he had discussed such an initiative when he met Trump on a trip to the United States last autumn. "I told him that we are open to investments from American companies," he said. At the time, Zelensky said the plan was meant to protect Ukraine's natural resources. Zelensky also said that a visit by Trump's Ukraine envoy, Keith Kellogg, was in preparation. "We already have working on the dates when the American team will arrive. We are now agreeing on the dates and the delegation, and we are waiting for the teams. We will work jointly," he said. Trump, who took office last month, has said he wants to begin peace talks on the war between the neighbours, which has dragged on for almost three years. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Zelensky invites US companies to invest in Ukraine's rare earths

With the war raging on between Russia and Ukraine, U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded Ukraine provide its rare earth minerals as compensation for the vast military aid provided by Washington. Watch in for more details!

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