U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he was optimistic about efforts to end the war in Ukraine, telling Fox News he has been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

“We’re working on the Russia-Ukraine situation, and hopefully we’re going to get it,” Trump said in an interview on Fox News’ “The Sunday Briefing.”

US President Trump Voices Hope For Peace Between Russia, Ukraine

On the anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of pushing the world closer to a nuclear crisis, calling its actions “nuclear terrorism.” The warning comes as fighting intensifies, with Ukraine reportedly striking key energy sites and Russia ramping up attacks across the front lines. The overlap of war and nuclear fears has heightened global concern over the risks of escalation.


Zelensky Accuses Russia of 'Nuclear Terrorism' on the 40th Anniversary of Chernobyl Disaster

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signaled readiness for fresh peace talks with Russia, proposing Azerbaijan as a potential venue.

The offer comes amid ongoing conflict and stalled negotiations, with Kyiv indicating openness to dialogue even as fighting continues on the ground.

The move could mark a new diplomatic opening in the prolonged war, raising hopes for de-escalation—though major differences between both sides remain unresolved.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Says 'Ready For Talks In Azerbaijan

A rare diplomatic breakthrough has emerged in the Russia-Ukraine war, with both sides agreeing to exchange prisoners of war following mediation by the United Arab Emirates.

The agreement highlights the role of backchannel diplomacy in achieving humanitarian outcomes, even as fighting continues on the ground.

While tensions between Moscow and Kyiv remain high, the prisoner swap offers a moment of cooperation and relief for families awaiting the return of captured soldiers.


Russia & Ukraine To Exchange Prisoners Of War After UAE Led Mediation

The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered a tense phase, with Kyiv targeting Russian energy infrastructure, reportedly triggering environmental concerns like toxic fallout. At the same time, the European Union has approved a massive $105 billion support package. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the country’s position has stabilised, even as peace talks remain stalled.


Russia-Ukraine War: EU Approves $105 Billion Loan For Ukraine

Ukraine has secured preliminary approval for a major financial support package from all 27 members of the European Union, marking a significant step in sustaining Kyiv’s economy amid the ongoing war with Russia. The proposed loan aims to strengthen Ukraine’s budget stability, support reconstruction needs, and maintain critical public services.

Ukraine Receives Preliminary Loan Approval From 27 EU Members

Ukraine has claimed that Russia launched a massive overnight assault involving more than 200 drones targeting multiple locations across the country. Air defenses were activated as Ukrainian officials reported widespread alerts and attempted interceptions.


Russia-Ukraine War: Major Fire at Russia's Tuapse Oil Refinery After Second Attack Within One Week

Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Carries Out Multiple Strikes Across Ukraine Overnight

Amid rising regional tensions and shifting security dynamics, Gulf allies are increasingly turning to South Korea and Ukraine for urgent defence supplies and military cooperation.

Gulf Allies Turn to S Korea & Ukraine for Urgent Defence Needs

Russia has launched fresh missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, with explosions reported in several cities including Odesa, as Moscow intensifies its offensive. Civilian areas and infrastructure were hit, leaving multiple casualties and widespread damage, Ukrainian officials say.

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Unleashes Hell On Ukrainian Cities, Launches Fresh Strikes In Odesa 

As the war in Ukraine drags on and economic pressures mount, more people in Russia are turning to the supernatural for answers. From soldiers to civilians, demand for services like spells and spiritual protection is rising. Experts say this reflects a broader pattern: in times of crisis, belief in mysticism and the occult tends to surge. 


Russians Turn to Magic Amid Ukraine War, Soldiers Seek Supernatural Guidance

A massive fire broke out in the Danube Biosphere Reserve after a large-scale overnight drone attack by Russia targeted infrastructure in southern Ukraine’s Odesa region. Officials said multiple sites were hit, including port facilities and residential areas, while emergency crews moved quickly to contain the blaze inside the protected nature reserve.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Launches Fresh Strikes In Odesa

Russian strikes have killed at least 19 people in Ukraine, according to local authorities, after Moscow launched a wave of attacks on its neighbour overnight.

Moscow has fired missiles as well as hundreds of drones on its neighbour almost nightly since the beginning of the four-year war, with Kyiv regularly carrying out strikes within Russia in response to its attacks.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Says Putin Is A Global Threat

Russian strikes have killed at least 19 people in Ukraine, according to local authorities, after Moscow launched a wave of attacks on its neighbour overnight.

Moscow has fired missiles as well as hundreds of drones on its neighbour almost nightly since the beginning of the four-year war, with Kyiv regularly carrying out strikes within Russia in response to its attacks.


Russia Slams Ukrainian Cities; 19 Dead, 98 Injured 

Russia-linked hackers broke into more than 170 email accounts belonging to prosecutors and investigators across Ukraine during the last several ​months, according to data reviewed by Reuters, a campaign that shows how Moscow’s spies are keeping tabs on the Ukrainian officials tasked with rooting out corruption and Russian ‌collaborators.

Russia-Linked Group Accused of Targeting Ukrainian Prosecutors by Email Hacks

Russian strikes have killed at least 16 people in Ukraine, according to local authorities, after Moscow launched a wave of attacks on its neighbour overnight.

Moscow has fired missiles as well as hundreds of drones on its neighbour almost nightly since the beginning of the four-year war, with Kyiv regularly carrying out strikes within Russia in response to its attacks.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Launched BIGGEST Wave of Drones on Ukraine; 14 Killed

Ukraine endures one of the most intense aerial assaults of the war as Russia launches over 300 drones and missiles. Cities burn, civilians are hit, and air defences are pushed to the brink. President Volodymyr Zelensky warns of a critical shortage of Patriot systems as global attention shifts. Is Ukraine running out of time and weapons?


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Fires 324 Drones & Missiles At Ukraine In A Single Night

Ukraine endures one of the most intense aerial assaults of the war as Russia launches over 300 drones and missiles. Cities burn, civilians are hit, and air defences are pushed to the brink. President Volodymyr Zelensky warns of a critical shortage of Patriot systems as global attention shifts. Is Ukraine running out of time and weapons?

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Begs Trump for Weapons as Russia Launches Deadly Attacks

Ukraine is reeling after a massive overnight assault, with Russia launching over 300 drones and missiles in a single night. President Volodymyr Zelensky is urgently appealing to allies for more weapons, warning that the country’s air defence systems are under severe strain. As cities face continued bombardment, Kyiv is racing to secure military support to prevent further damage and protect civilians.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Urges Allies For Weapons After Massive Russian Missile Barrage 

Russian forces have launched fresh attacks on settlements in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, causing civilian casualties and damage to homes and infrastructure. Local authorities said drones and glide bombs were used in strikes on several villages, including areas around Zolochiv and Derhachi.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Attacks Hit Kharkiv Settlement Amid Intensifying Ukraine War

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a truce in place for Orthodox Easter, as the war dragged on into its fifth year.

Both sides had agreed to observe the ceasefire for the religious holiday, with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday ordering the truce more than a week after Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a halt to hostilities.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow & Kyiv Trade Fire & Barbs Breaching Orthodox Easter Ceasefire 

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a truce in place for Orthodox Easter, as the war dragged on into its fifth year.

Both sides had agreed to observe the ceasefire for the religious holiday, with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday ordering the truce more than a week after Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a halt to hostilities.

Russia & Ukraine Trade Fire & Barbs Breaching Orthodox Easter Ceasefire

The fragile Easter truce between Ukraine and Russia has quickly unraveled, with Kyiv accusing Moscow of over 470 ceasefire violations. Ukrainian officials say Russia launched dozens of airstrikes and dropped hundreds of aerial bombs, while Moscow claims Ukrainian drone attacks injured civilians in the Kursk region. The breakdown highlights the deep mistrust between both sides, raising concerns over further escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Russia-Ukraine War: Easter Truce Collapses as Kyiv, Moscow Trade Fresh Attacks

Russia has announced a 32-hour Easter ceasefire in its war with Ukraine, calling it a humanitarian gesture. Vladimir Putin said Russian forces would halt operations in all directions, while expecting Ukraine to follow suit. The move comes after repeated ceasefire appeals from Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Moscow has warned troops to stay alert for any “provocations,” keeping tensions high despite the temporary pause.


Russia-Ukraine War: Kremlin Announces 32-Hour Easter Ceasefire, Says It Is Humanitarian in Nature

A devastating drone attack by Russia has killed a woman and her two-year-old daughter in Odesa, along with another civilian, as the war continues to take a heavy toll on non-combatants.

Ukrainian officials say residential buildings, a kindergarten, and critical energy infrastructure were hit in the overnight assault. At least 16 people, including a pregnant woman and children, were injured.

The strikes have also triggered widespread power outages, leaving thousands of households without electricity as repair efforts continue.

Russia Drone Strike Kills Toddler & Mother: Odesa Homes, Kindergarten Hit 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a landmark diplomatic visit to Damascus his first since the ouster of Bashar al‑Assad  meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al‑Sharaa to discuss regional security, defense cooperation, and strategic ties amid ongoing global tensions.


Zelensky's First Trip to Damascus Since Ouster of Bashar Al Assad 

Viktor Orbán has centered his campaign messaging ahead of the Hungary election on a strong anti-Ukraine stance, highlighting concerns over security, migration risks, and the economic impact of continued support for Ukraine.


Hungary Election: Viktor Orban Has Designed His Campaign On Anti-Ukraine Agenda

The eurozone suffered the biggest inflation jump in March since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. That is according to economists assessing the fallout from the escalating war in West Asia.


Eurozone Inflation: Historic Energy Crisis Fueling Inflation Eurozone

Ukraine has denied reports of a salary crisis despite delays in receiving a major loan from the European Union. Officials say wages for public workers, pensions, and military payments remain secure even as funding negotiations continue.


Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Denies Salary Crisis Amid EU Loan Deadloc

Russia took satellite images of a U.S. air base in Saudi Arabia three times in the days before Iran attacked the site and wounded American troops, according to a summary of Ukrainian intelligence shared with NBC News by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

In an interview in the Gulf nation of Qatar on Saturday, Zelenskyy said he was “100%” confident Russia was sharing such intelligence with Iran to help target U.S. forces across the Middle East.

Ukraine: Russia Took Satellite Images of US Airbase in Saudi Arabia

Memories of 2022 Ukraine Crisis Come to Fore

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