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
Ukraine war briefing: Flood of North Korean arms to Russia, say US, Japan and others 20,000 cargo containers of ammo, shells, missiles and gear sent, says watchdog replacing UN panel scuppered by Moscow. What we know on 1,192 The Guardian - AU · May 30, 2025
US and allies accuse North Korea of ramping up military aid to Russia in UN sanctions breach Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team says Russia sent air defense systems to Pyongyang and trained its forces in return The Independent UK · May 30, 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. International Business Times · May 29, 2025
No sign Russia is moving to restart Zaporizhzhia NPP, UN nuclear agency says The plant has been held by Russia since the early days of the war following Moscow's full-scale invasion in February 2022, although it isn't producing power. Euronews · 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’ The Independent UK · 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. Euronews · May 29, 2025
Trump Delays Sanctions As Putin Misses Ceasefire Deadline Trump's holding off on Russia sanctions, betting on ceasefire talks with Putin. Will this spark peace in Ukraine or embolden Moscow? International Business Times UK · 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 29, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: Kremlin holds back peace memorandum that it promised Trump Zelenskyy says Moscow dragging out the process as Lavrov insists on another meeting; funeral for three sibling children killed by Russian cruise missile. What we know on day 1,191 The Guardian - AU · May 29, 2025
Russia proposes second round of peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul US President Donald Trump says it will be clear in two weeks whether or not Russia is sincere in its desire for peace with Ukraine, warning that Washington’s approach to Moscow could shift if Putin is “tapping” the US along. Euronews · May 29, 2025
‘He’s playing with fire!’: Trump warns Putin while Zelenskyy says at least he tells the truth, unlike lying Russian leader At least someone's being honest here. We Got This Covered · May 28, 2025
Former Russian president threatens Trump with World War 3 after Putin criticism Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg has hit back at ‘reckless’ comments by security official Dmitry Medvedev The Independent 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 The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025
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 Proposes Three-way Meeting With Trump, Putin Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for a three-way summit with Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin as he seeks to force Moscow to halt its three-year-long invasion.
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025 Ukraine-Russia war: Germany to make long-range missiles with Ukraine and gives €5bn more in military aid – as it happened German chancellor says there will be no restrictions to how far weapons can reach at press conference with Zelenskyy
Euronews · May 28, 2025 New US Senate bill could wreck Russia, but also damage the EU economy In a bid to isolate Moscow, a new bill in the US Senate threatens to impose 500% tariffs on any country that buys Russian fossil fuels. If implemented as intended, the plan could ravage several EU countries.
Euronews · May 28, 2025 Turkey says it's ready to host Russia-Ukraine talks as Trump warns Putin against further escalations US President Donald Trump warns his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin that he’s “playing with fire” as the Kremlin intensifies its attacks on Ukraine and peace efforts appear to stall.
The Guardian - AU · May 28, 2025 Ukraine war briefing: Drones target Moscow forcing suspension of some flights Air raid alerts in Ukrainian regions; Zelenskyy visits Berlin amid promising noises about long-range strikes. What we know on day 1,190
International Business Times · May 27, 2025 Trump Says Putin 'Playing With Fire' As Sanctions Pressure Grows US President Donald Trump warned Vladimir Putin Tuesday that he was "playing with fire," taking a fresh jab at his Russian counterpart as Washington weighs new sanctions against Moscow over the Ukraine war.
International Business Times · May 27, 2025 Trump Says Putin 'Playing With Fire' In New Jab At Russian Leader US President Donald Trump warned Vladimir Putin Tuesday that he was "playing with fire," in a fresh jab at his Russian counterpart as he weighs new sanctions against Moscow over the war in Ukraine.
The Guardian - UK · May 27, 2025 Zelenskyy bound for Berlin with Merz boxed in by German coalition The German chancellor’s desire to lift restrictions on longer range weapons for Ukraine has been frustrated by his Social Democrat partners
Al Jazeera · May 27, 2025 Drone war, ground offensive continue despite new Russia-Ukraine peace push Tit-for-tat drone attacks as Russia blames Ukraine and Europe for efforts to disrupt diplomacy.
International Business Times · May 27, 2025 'Kisses From Prague': The Fall Of A Russian Ransomware Giant The sudden fall of a ransomware supplier once described as the world's most harmful cybercrime group has raised questions about Moscow's role in its development and the fate of its founder.