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.”

Trump calls Zelensky a ‘dictator,’ criticizes US aid to Ukraine

Ukrainian soldiers who lost their vision during the war with Russia are now facing new challenges back home. With limited access to healthcare, many turn to music and dance to adapt and find hope. Their personal battles reflect the ongoing cost of war in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine war: Blinded Ukrainian soldiers face new challenges after war

World | Asked by a reporter about Trump branding Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky a "dictator," Kristersson responded by saying that was an "incorrect" description.

Outcome of Ukraine war will shape European security for 'generations to come', says Swedish PM

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!

Ukraine war: Russia pounds Ukraine, missiles and drones target energy infrastructure

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday that Russian troops had entered Ukrainian territory overnight, marking the first ground incursion into Ukraine's Sumy region since Russia's withdrawal in 2022.

Russia-Ukraine: Putin claims fresh ground attack on northeastern Ukraine

World: Putin praised the talks held between the two countries, saying their aim was to increase trust between the US and Russia, adding the two sides acted without ‘bias or judgment’.

‘Nobody excluding Ukraine from talks,’ Putin says negotiations ‘key priority for Russia’

The Trump administration is aggressively resetting Washington's tense relations with Moscow, pushing to end the Ukraine war in the highest-profile U.S.-Russia engagement in years. Kyiv is isolated and is now pointing fingers at Washington, its biggest backer. Watch in for more details!

Ukraine war: US rush for a deal with Putin leaves Ukraine and Europe abandoned

Ukraine war: Trump reshapes global order, Europe left in the cold

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian missiles strike Odesa, Kyiv claims energy infrastructure targeted

World | Peskov said the US-Russia meeting on Tuesday (Feb 18) in Riyadh was a “very, very important step” toward a settlement in the Ukraine war, which is nearing its third year.

Putin and Trump could meet before end of February, says Kremlin: Report

World: This comes after the US and Russia held historic talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, and held discussions on the Ukraine war, without the presence of Kyiv's diplomats.

Russian leaders are 'pathological liars', can't be trusted and 'must be pressured', says Zelensky

Russia and the US are discussing potential economic cooperation following talks in Saudi Arabia, sparking speculation over sanctions relief. Kirill Dmitriev highlighted $300 billion in losses for US firms due to sanctions. Could this mark a reset in US-Russia trade ties?

US and Russia eye economic reset amid Ukraine negotiations

Trump also suggested that he could meet President Putin shortly. As US overhauls its stance towards Russia, Europe has been alarmed by major shift. European leaders fear US will make major concessions to re-write continent's security arrangement. In shocking development, US President said Ukraine should also hold elections. Watch to know more!

Trump Blames Ukraine For Russia War, Seeks Election In Kyiv To Topple Zelensky?

Russia has told the United States in talks in Riyadh that it opposed any NATO member sending troops to Ukraine as part of a ceasefire. The UK has said that it wants to send troops to Ukraine, France has backed the move, but Germany and other European nations are yet to make up their minds. Commenting on the results of the negotiations, Lavrov said Russia and the United States agreed to establish a process for settling the Ukraine conflict and to remove barriers for diplomatic missions.

Russia-Ukraine war: US showed interest on lifting sanctions: Lavrov

After recent US-Russia talks, Trump voiced optimism about reaching a Ukraine deal and supported deploying European peacekeeping troops. He criticized Zelensky’s decisions, while negotiators were appointed to work on ending the war.

Trump optimistic on Ukraine deal after US-Russia talks progress

World: US President Trump signals potential meeting with Putin, raising questions about US-Russia dynamics as Ukraine voices concerns over exclusion from Saudi Arabia talks.

Trump says he will ‘probably’ meet Putin this month; dismisses Ukraine's concerns

Reports suggest that Trump is considering pulling US troops from the Baltics, sparking fears of heightened vulnerability in Europe. NATO faces a potential crisis as European leaders scramble to address security concerns.

Russia-Ukraine war: Europe on edge as Trump weighs troop withdraw

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was much more confident of a deal to end the Ukraine war after talks that drew a strong rebuke from Kyiv over its exclusion. Watch this report for more details!

Trump 'more confident' of Ukraine deal after talks with Russia, bashes Zelensky

A series of important meetings are taking place with wide-ranging geopolitical ramifications. The most significant meeting occurred about an hour ago, where American and Russian officials concluded crucial talks in Saudi Arabia over Ukraine's future. The talks took place in Riyadh in the absence of Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky pleads for 'fair' Ukraine talks involving Europe

Russia-Ukraine war: Lavrov says NATO expansion a direct threat to Russia

Europe is more worried about Donald Trump than Vladimir Putin as American and Russian diplomats met in Riyadh. The coming together has caused unease in Europe, which feels sidelined, with Washington's moves further emboldening Moscow. Our next report covers the anxiety gripping European capitals.

Russia-Ukraine war: NATO's eastern flank faces growing security risks

US and Russian officials concluded four hours of Ukraine-related talks in Riyadh, with both sides expressing cautious optimism. Despite no European participation, both nations hailed the discussions as positive and crucial for ongoing diplomacy.

Russia: Talks with US 'positive' after four-hour meeting

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky insists no agreements without Ukrainian consent

On Tuesday, the United States and Russia announced their commitment to continue working towards resolving the war in Ukraine, following discussions held in the Saudi capital, where Kyiv was not present. The 4-1/2-hour meeting in Riyadh represents a major turning point, as it was the first occasion that U.S. and Russian officials convened to explore ways to end the deadliest war in Europe since World War II. Ukraine has asserted that it will not accept any agreement that is imposed on it without its participation.

Russia demands NATO cancel Ukraine membership promise in talks with US in Riyadh

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