Zelensky says Ukrainian public won't let him hand Russia territory "Emotionally, people will never forgive this," Zelensky told Axios. Axios · Feb 17
EU 'won't shy away' from new sanctions on Russia if G7 allies fail to reach deal Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said a G7 deal is not an "absolute precondition" for a full ban on maritime services for Russian tankers. Brussels wants the new sanctions approved by 24 February. Euronews · Feb 17
How big is Ukraine’s corruption problem? The $100 million energy scheme scandal explained Anti-corruption investigators continue to topple senior Ukrainian officials as part of a massive graft probe. James C. Reynolds reports The Independent UK · Feb 17
Russian and Ukrainian officials are in Geneva for US-brokered talks after almost 4 years of war U.S.-brokered talks have taken Russian and Ukrainian delegations to Geneva although both sides are far apart on issues such as land, security and a possible ceasefire The Independent UK · Feb 17
France releases suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker after huge fine, as Ukraine peace talks begin – as it happened Volodymyr Zelenskyy earlier called for ‘justice and strength’ in diplomacy after Russia hit Ukraine with 400 drones and 29 missiles hours before talks The Guardian - UK · Feb 17
'29 missiles, 396 drones': Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine ahead of peace talks in Geneva Amidst peace talks in Geneva, Ukraine reported a massive Russian missile and drone assault on critical infrastructure, accusing Moscow of undermining diplomatic efforts. President Zelenskyy highlighted Russia's continued strikes, even on the eve of negotiations, indicating an unwillingness to compromise. The conflict, Europe's deadliest since WWII, sees Russia controlling significant… The Times of India · Feb 17
Newsletter: The EU’s balancing act on Trump’s Peace Board Also in this newsletter: Trilateral Ukraine peace talks resume; the Indian ambassador to the EU calls for swift implementation of the EU-India trade pact; top EU military official says bloc's mutual defence should be defined for "below Article 5." Euronews · Feb 17
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Woman killed in latest Putin strikes after ‘tense’ US-backed talks in Geneva Moscow pressures Kyiv further with more than 400 drones and missiles The Independent UK · Feb 17
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s forces made fastest battlefield gains since 2023, analysis finds Ukraine is probably leveraging a recent block on Russian troops’ access to Starlink, says Institute for the Study of War; Trump says he wants Kyiv deal with Moscow ‘fast’. What we know on day 1,455 The Guardian - AU · Feb 17
Peace talks round three: Ukraine-US-Russia Geneva meeting's key topics As Ukraine, the US and Russia are to hold another round of talks in Geneva, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Moscow is preparing another massive strike, while the Kremlin states the territories are on the agenda in Geneva. Euronews · Feb 16
Ukraine’s civilian casualties have surged 26 per cent in the last year as Trump talked about peace US-backed peace talks with Kyiv and Moscow have made little progress – and Vladimir Putin has ramped up his deadly attacks The Independent UK · Feb 16
Ukraine and Russia to meet for third round of talks as fourth anniversary of war looms Hopes of success remain low after Trump points finger at Zelenskyy and Moscow keeps up hardline demands The Guardian - UK · Feb 16
Ukraine hits Russian oil terminal as Moscow's drone strikes intensify Ukraine hits Russian oil terminal and air defence in occupied Crimea as Moscow's drone strikes and power cuts intensify ahead of fresh US-brokered peace talks in Geneva. Euronews · Feb 16
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky warns of fresh Russian attacks ahead of trilateral peace talks in Geneva Another round of US-brokered peace talks will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday in Geneva The Independent UK · Feb 16
The Guardian - AU · Feb 16 Ukraine war briefing: Drone attack on Russian port sparks fires ahead of fresh peace talks Facilities damaged at Taman port while power and water disrupted in Odesa as new round of trilateral talks to begin on Tuesday. What we know on day 1,454
The Guardian - AU · Feb 16 What next for Greenland and Ukraine? Questions after the Munich security conference Gathering of world leaders in Germany has disbanded for another year, but many of the issues remain unresolved
The Independent UK · Feb 15 A critical point for Ukraine – and for Europe THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With living conditions in war-afflicted Ukraine desperate, and diplomatic progress towards peace stalled, this week’s talks in Geneva will prove crucial
Euronews · Feb 15 Former Ukrainian energy minister Halushchenko detained after attempting to leave the country The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) said its forces detained Herman Halushchenko after he tried to cross the border during ongoing legal proceedings following a corruption scandal in the country's energy sector that rocked Kyiv last year.
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Growing up in a cold and dark Ukraine under constant Russian attack: ‘My 4-year-old can tell the bombs apart’ SPECIAL DISPATCH: As world leaders wring their hands over Ukraine, Sam Kiley in Kyiv meets a leading politician whose daughter Sophia was born just before the invasion and – alongside her parents and sister – is battling to survive as Putin’s latest strategy targets power supplies
Euronews · Feb 15 Munich Security Conference: Six quotes to take away from the world's biggest security conference The annual gathering at the Munich Security Conference laid bare competing visions of the West. While Rubio called on Europe to help save a common civilisation, Kaja Kallas suggested Europe does not need saving.
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Larry the cat celebrates 15 years at Downing Street ‘He represents stability, and that’s at a premium,’ says an expert as Larry the Cat marks 15 years of service at Downing Street
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Ukrainian drone strike sparks fires at Russian Black Sea port ahead of US-brokered peace talks A Ukrainian drone attack hit a Russian Black Sea port as diplomats prepare for fresh U.S.-brokered peace talks
The Times of India · Feb 15 ‘Slave to war’: Zelenskyy slams Putin ahead of US-Russia-Ukraine talks in Geneva Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday delivered a sharp warning about Russia’s long-term intentions during high-stakes security discussions with European leaders at the Munich Security Conference. He argued that Russian President Vladimir Putin remains fundamentally driven by war and unlikely to abandon his broader ambitions beyond Ukraine.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 15 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy denounces Vladimir Putin as ‘slave to war’ at Munich conference Ukrainian president also urges Europe to ‘stand up to Russia’ and warns against any half-baked peace deal. What we know on day 1,453
The Guardian - UK · Feb 14 Ukraine wants 20-year US security guarantee to sign peace deal Speaking in Munich, Volodymyr Zelenskyy also called for a clear date for his country to be allowed to join the EU