Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the talks as difficult and said no agreement had been reached on the thorniest questions at the negotiations in Switzerland, accusing Moscow of “trying to drag out” the process.

‘Russia trying to drag out process,’ says Zelensky as Ukraine talks end without breakthrough

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticised the EU’s soft response on Greenland and called for a serious approach to Arctic security. He said sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal to Putin’s Russia or Xi’s China.

‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos

Trump noted that the corruption scandal in Kyiv that forced Zelensky to sack his chief of staff and top negotiator was not helping.

Can Kyiv’s corruption scandal derail Russia-Ukraine talks? Trump says Zelensky got ‘difficult problem’

Meanwhile, the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that accepting the plan would risk Ukraine losing its dignity and freedom. 

‘He’ll have to like it, and if he doesn’t…’: Trump demands Zelensky accept US plan to end Russia-Ukraine war

Last week, Trump announced that he would be meeting Putin in Budapest, Hungary. However, the meeting was called off later.

‘Good compromise’: Zelensky backs Trump’s front-line proposal but ‘not sure that Putin will support it’

The statement comes after Zelensky held two phone calls with Trump, during which the two leaders discussed “challenges” faced by Ukraine after Russia targeted the country’s energy infrastructure.

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Zelensky added that Russian strikes have become “even more vile” now, adding that Moscow is taking advantage of the fact that the Middle East is getting more attention currently.

‘Russian strikes have become even more vile’: Zelensky seeks additional air defence systems, missiles in call with Macron

Converters, sensors and microcomputers were among the foreign-made components found in the drones and missiles intercepted by Ukraine, Zelensky said.

‘Crucial to shut down every...’: Zelensky calls for sanctions after Western parts found in Russian drones, missiles

Zelensky said that the US and Ukrainian delegations will be holding several meetings to discuss weapons purchases in September-October through “various programmes.”

‘Patriot system operating in Ukraine’: Zelensky reveals Israel delivered US-made defence system, two more to arrive

The elections in Ukraine have been postponed for an indefinite period due to the war. As per the Ukrainian constitution, an election can not take place when Martial Law is declared in the country. Ukraine has been under Martial law since February 2022.

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Zelensky urged the US and Europe to boost ties with India, hoping closer engagement could shift New Delhi away from Russian energy imports. He ruled out Iran’s support and said that they would face difficulties with China.

'We have to do everything not to...': Ukraine's Zelensky warns Europe, US to not let India DRIFT AWAY to Russia

Zelensky said his ties with Trump have improved, noting Trump now rejects land swaps with Russia. The Ukrainian leader praised closer US intelligence sharing while insisting Ukraine will not cede territory.

'Our relationship is better than before': Zelensky is 'counting his blessings' as Trump flips stance on Ukraine land swaps

Zelensky said that the incident showed a need for a combined Ukraine-Europe air defence shield, adding that it is clear that “Russian aggression poses a danger to every independent nation in our region”. He added that only joint and coordinated action can guarantee reliable security.

‘No accident’: Zelensky accuses Russia ‘deliberately targeting’ Poland, calls for joint European air defence system

A Russian air strike on Yarova killed at least 21 civilians collecting pensions, with many more injured. President Zelensky condemned the attack, urging global leaders to respond to escalating violence.

'No words': Russian strike kills 21 in Donetsk village as Zelensky warns of wider offensive

France will host a meeting with the "Coalition of the Willing," a group of about 30 countries, on Thursday to discuss future security guarantees for Ukraine. Here's all you need to know.

Macron gathers 'Coalition of the Willing' to slam Russia over Ukraine war. Will Trump attend?

US President Trump says he had another "good conversation" with his Russian counterpart. He has also revealed the reason President Vladimir Putin wasn't meeting Volodomyr Zelensky. Here's all you need to know.

Trump reveals he talked to Putin recently, says Russian prez doesn't want to meet Zelensky because...

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, now Ukraine’s UK ambassador, declined a call from US Vice President Vance after tensions with Zelensky. Once army chief, he remains widely popular and a potential presidential challenger.

Ukraine’s general in London: Is Valerii Zaluzhnyi’s waiting to replace Zelensky as Ukraine's future president?

US President Donald Trump said in his letter to Zelensky that the United States supports a negotiated settlement that leads to a durable, lasting peace that ends the bloodshed and safeguards Ukraine’s sovereignty and dignity.

Trump sends letter to Ukraine on Independence Day, mentions ‘safeguarding’ Kyiv’s ‘sovereignty’

After meeting Trump, Putin outlined new peace terms, Ukraine must leave Donbas, abandon NATO hopes, and stay neutral. In return, Russia would freeze front lines and return some captured territory.

'If there is no peace, then there is more war': Putin lists 'three key demands' for ending Ukraine war - What are they?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to hold trilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald, but only is Kyiv is given security guarantees.

‘Aim to hold trilateral meeting’: Zelensky says ready to meet Putin but on THIS condition

President Trump claimed the UK, France, and Germany are ready to send troops to Ukraine, while ruling out US involvement. Speaking to Fox News, he expressed cautious optimism about ending Ukraine war.

US to send jets to help Ukraine? Trump rules out US boots on the ground in Ukraine, but offers air support

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed the possibility of hosting a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Moscow to help end the war.

Next time in Moscow? Putin offers to host Zelensky in Russian capital for talks to end war: Here's what Ukrainian president said

Of late, US President Donald Trump has been saying Ukraine must concede land for peace. Did this come up during the Washington meeting between Trump, Zelensky, and EU leaders? All you need to know.

Trump promises Zelensky security guarantees, but will Ukraine be forced into land concessions? Here's what was said during vital Washington meet

President Volodymyr Zelensky told US President Donald Trump that elections during wartime are impossible. "We need to work in parliament because during war you can't have elections," he said. For now, elections in Ukraine remain frozen. The question is: if they were held, could Zelensky win?

Zelensky, a 'dictator' or popular war president? Ukrainian Prez tells Trump elections impossible during war — but could he win if held?