Zelensky praises Ukraine’s security service for ‘brilliant operation’ against Russian warplanes Kyiv claims drone attack destroyed over 40 Russian planes The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2025
Dozens of Russian warplanes destroyed in Ukrainian drone attack, claims Kyiv Putin will be ‘infuriated’ by the attack, a Russia expert said, which comes a day before Moscow and Kyiv sit down in Istanbul for direct peace talks The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: New air assault on Kyiv Explosions heard in Ukrainian capital a week after it endured biggest air raid of the war; evacuations in Sumy as Russians grab villages. What we know on day 1,194 The Guardian - AU · Jun 1, 2025
Zelenskyy casts doubt on peace talks prospects as Russian strikes on Ukraine continue Zelenskyy said Russia had so far failed to produce a promised memorandum setting out its position on ending its all-out war in Ukraine ahead of next week's renewed peace talks in Istanbul. Euronews · May 31, 2025
Kyiv’s allies have lifted restrictions on Ukraine attacking targets inside Russia – here’s what that means for the war The frontlines in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict have largely been bogged down, with little significant movement on either side. It was reported recently that Russian troops had only advanced about 25 miles in the eastern sector near Donetsk in one year, at a huge cost in terms of casualties. As a… The Conversation · May 31, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy accuses Moscow of doing ‘everything it can’ to sabotage peace talks President hasn’t committed to Ukraine attending Monday’s meeting with Russia in Istanbul, saying Moscow first has to provide its proposals. What we know on day 1,193 The Guardian - AU · May 31, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,192 These are the key events on day 1,192 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · May 31, 2025
'Really Worried': Ukrainian Pupils Mark End Of School As War Drags On As she watched her 17-year-old son Vladyslav graduate from high school in Kyiv on Friday, servicewoman Oksana Baranovska said she felt a mix of pride and fear. International Business Times · May 30, 2025
‘Looks like Munich 1938’: Eastern bloc hits out at US sympathy for Putin’s anti-Nato demands Exclusive: Backlash from top Eastern European officials after Donald Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine said Moscow’s opposition to Nato expansion was ‘fair’ The Independent UK · May 30, 2025
Kyiv piglet cafe provides rare moment of calm for residents under Russia’s bombardment This Kyiv cafe is providing a rare moment of calm for Ukrainians under Russia’s bombardment by allowing visitors to unwind with a group of adorable piglets. The Independent UK · May 30, 2025
Ukraine says it's ready to resume talks with Russia but needs clarity on Kremlin's terms A Ukraine presidential adviser says Ukraine is ready to resume direct peace talks with Russia in Istanbul on Monday but insists that the Kremlin provide a promised memorandum setting out its position on ending the war The Independent UK · May 30, 2025
Ukraine yet to commit to new round of Russia talks in Istanbul Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says Ukraine wants to see document outlining Russia’s proposals before sending team. Al Jazeera · May 30, 2025
Turkey Says Ukraine, Russia Want Ceasefire Ahead Of Possible Talks Turkey's foreign minister said Friday that both Russia and Ukraine wanted a ceasefire, as he visited Kyiv ahead of a potential second round of direct negotiations between the sides next week in Istanbul. International Business Times · May 30, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,191 These are the key events on day 1,191 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · May 30, 2025
International Business Times · May 29, 2025 Russia Says Ukraine Not Responding On Istanbul Talks Russia on Thursday said it was still waiting for Ukraine to commit to new talks in Istanbul on Monday, after Kyiv demanded Moscow send its peace terms before pledging to attend the meeting.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2025 Russia and Ukraine in spat over proposed June peace talks after Trump pushes deadline on Putin The Kremlin said Kyiv’s calls for Russia to release its ceasefire memorandum before talks in June were ‘non-constructive’
Euronews · May 29, 2025 Three killed and dozens injured in Russian overnight drone strikes on Ukraine Russia fired 90 drones at Ukraine overnight, killing three and injuring dozens of people as Kyiv law enforcement reported more than 2,000 strikes along the front line and in residential neighbourhoods.
Euronews · May 29, 2025 Ukraine and Russia set for Istanbul talks second round on Monday Moscow proposed to Ukraine to meet again in Istanbul for the second round of talks next Monday. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said he presented Russia’s "specific proposals" for the next round of negotiations to Washington, but has not shared Moscow’s "peace memorandum" with Kyiv.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2025 Taurus cruise missiles: Weapons Germany could be sending Ukraine to strike deep into Russia German chancellor Friedrich Merz says it is possible Berlin will send the longe-range cruise missiles to Kyiv
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2025 Ukraine submits ceasefire plan, but Russia responds with escalation Russia launched its largest yet air assaults on Ukraine’s cities. In response, the EU threatens sanctions and missiles.
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2025 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,190 These are the key events on day 1,190 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Al Jazeera · May 28, 2025 What are Germany’s Taurus missiles that Ukraine wants? German Chancellor Merz’s recent comments cause speculation Berlin will finally send the weapons to Ukraine.
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025 Germany and Ukraine reach deal for long-range weapons production Berlin agrees to help finance construction in Ukraine of weapons that can strike targets inside Russia
Euronews · May 28, 2025 Russia gathers 50,000 troops at Ukrainian border near Sumy, Zelenskyy says Russia is amassing thousands of troops at the border with Ukraine’s northeastern Sumy region, the Ukrainian president said, amid reports from the Ukrainian military that Moscow may be preparing new attacks on Kharkiv.
International Business Times · May 28, 2025 Zelensky Set To Meet Germany's Merz In Berlin Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was due to visit Germany on Wednesday for talks with Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who has pledged muscular backing for Kyiv in its fight against Russia.