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Russia-Ukraine War & NATO Tensions
Jan 28 – Feb 16, 2026 · 19 developments
Background
News coverage is essential for tracking these fast-moving diplomatic, military, and political developments as the situation continues to evolve across multiple fronts.
Efforts to negotiate a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine have intensified in 2025, with President Trump meeting Russian President Putin in August to discuss peace terms while Ukraine faces growing pressure to accept a deal. Russia continues to demand recognition of annexed Ukrainian territories and guarantees against NATO membership, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy insists any agreement must respect his country's sovereignty. Fighting continues on the ground as diplomats work to bridge deep divisions over the terms of a potential settlement.
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Public Interest Questions
NATO x Russia military clash by...?
Briefing
The question of whether NATO and Russian military forces will engage in a direct military encounter through December 31, 2025 remains unresolved, and the news developments available — all dating from early 2026 — do not report any such qualifying incident having occurred during the specified window. No credible reporting in the timeline describes a direct exchange of fire, missile strikes, or other qualifying use of force between NATO and Russian military personnel during the September 23–December 31, 2025 period.
That said, the broader strategic environment through early 2026 reflects persistently elevated tensions. Russia has been building military infrastructure near its border with Finland, a NATO member, while Russian State Duma Speaker Volodin called for use of "weapons of retribution" against Ukraine in late January to February 2026. Norway stated it cannot rule out a Russian invasion, and the UK doubled its troop presence in Norway and launched a major Arctic exercise called "Lion Protector" in response to Russian activity in the High North. These developments illustrate a pattern of military posturing and rhetorical escalation, though none crossed into direct NATO-Russia armed engagement.
On the diplomatic side, signals are mixed but suggest both sides retain some interest in avoiding direct confrontation. The US and Russia agreed in early February 2026 to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi peace talks, and discussions on extending the New START nuclear arms treaty were reported. The Munich Security Conference in mid-February 2026 exposed deep transatlantic divisions over Ukraine policy, but also featured reaffirmations of NATO commitment from Secretary of State Rubio during visits to Slovakia and Hungary.
The key uncertainty is the absence of direct reporting on the September 23–December 31, 2025 period itself. The available news covers a later timeframe and does not reference any qualifying incident retroactively, which is a meaningful signal, though not conclusive. The overall trajectory — characterized by proxy conflict in Ukraine, intensified military posturing near NATO borders, and parallel diplomatic engagement — suggests both sides have continued to manage escalation risks, even as the structural conditions for miscalculation remain present.
Evidence (10 stories)
Russia Builds Up Military Infrastructure Near Finnish NATO Border as Medvedev Issues ThreatsFeb 2 · 1 news events · 5 articles
An finnischer Nato-Grenze: Russland baut offenbar Basen aus - und Medwedew droht5 articles
UK Doubles Troop Presence in Norway, Launches Major Arctic Exercise to Counter Russian ThreatFeb 9 · 2 news events · 226 articles
UK steps up defence of Arctic and High North from rising Russian threats202 articles
Ukraine war briefing: UK promises to double troop numbers in Norway to deter Putin
Putin out as President of Russia by end of 2026?
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As of late February 2026, there are no credible reports indicating that Vladimir Putin faces any imminent threat to his hold on power. The news timeline covering January through February 2026 focuses heavily on peace negotiation dynamics and Zelenskyy's political vulnerabilities, with Putin appearing firmly entrenched in the Kremlin. Russia's parliamentary elections are scheduled for September 2026, but these are not expected to produce any meaningful challenge to Putin's authority, as they will be watched primarily for signs of fracturing within the ruling establishment rather than as a genuine contest for power.
The economic pressures on Russia are real and documented. Reports from early February 2026 indicate that Russia's actual inflation rate significantly exceeds official figures, food prices are rising sharply, and oil and gas export revenues are declining. Analysts have noted that the war's social and economic toll on ordinary Russians is growing. However, the Institute for the Study of War assessed that Putin himself believes Russia's economy can sustain a prolonged conflict, and there is no reporting of elite defection, military dissatisfaction directed at Putin personally, or organized internal opposition capable of threatening his position.
If anything, the news cycle from this period reflects Putin operating from a position of relative confidence. Russian intelligence services remain active in offensive operations abroad, including a foiled assassination plot against Zelenskyy reported in February 2026. Russia's foreign minister Lavrov publicly stated that Moscow has "no deadline" for ending the conflict, only objectives it is pursuing — language consistent with a leadership that feels no internal pressure to change course. Multiple intelligence assessments concluded that Russia is using peace negotiations as a stalling and manipulation tactic, suggesting Putin sees no urgency to make concessions or alter his strategic posture.
The key uncertainty remains the longer-term trajectory of Russia's economic strain and elite cohesion, neither of which is currently generating visible pressure on Putin's position. There is no reporting of coup preparations, health crises, or significant internal dissent directed at Putin himself — in contrast to the more detailed reporting on Zelenskyy's political vulnerabilities, including coup warnings and approval rating declines. Based on available reporting through late February 2026, the conditions that would typically precede a leadership change in Russia are not in evidence.
Russia nuclear test by...?
Briefing
As of late February 2026, there is no credible reporting indicating that Russia has conducted or is imminently planning a nuclear test. The relevant developments center on escalating nuclear rhetoric, ongoing arms control diplomacy, and heightened European concern about Russia's nuclear posture — none of which constitute or directly foreshadow an actual detonation.
On the rhetorical front, Russian State Duma Speaker Volodin called in late January to early February 2026 for the use of "weapons of retribution" against Ukraine, language widely interpreted as a reference to nuclear or advanced strategic weapons. Zelenskyy publicly framed such rhetoric as a signal of Russian battlefield frustration rather than genuine intent, a characterization echoed by analysts who continued to assess the probability of a Russian nuclear test as low but non-trivial. Former President Medvedev also issued new threats during this period, consistent with a pattern of nuclear signaling that has persisted since the 2022 invasion without resulting in any weapons use.
Counterbalancing the escalatory rhetoric, diplomatic channels on nuclear issues showed modest activity. On the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi talks in early February 2026, the US and Russia agreed to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue and discussed possible extension of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that Russia would continue to observe its moratorium on violating New START limits as long as the US reciprocated — a signal that Moscow, at least publicly, is framing its nuclear posture within an arms control framework rather than outside it.
European leaders nonetheless intensified debates over nuclear deterrence throughout February 2026, with reports suggesting Putin may deploy nuclear weapons closer to EU borders and concerns raised about Russian military infrastructure being built near Finland. These developments reflect genuine alarm about Russia's strategic intentions, but remain distinct from any evidence of test preparations. Key uncertainties include the opacity of Russia's nuclear decision-making, the potential for miscalculation amid broader NATO-Russia tensions, and whether the resumption of US-Russia military dialogue will meaningfully constrain Russian nuclear signaling. The overall trajectory of available evidence points toward continued rhetorical escalation and posturing rather than movement toward an actual nuclear detonation.
Russia x Ukraine ceasefire by June 30, 2026?
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Diplomatic activity around the Russia-Ukraine conflict has intensified since late January 2026, but fundamental obstacles to a formal ceasefire by June 30, 2026 remain deeply entrenched. Trilateral talks involving the US, Russia, and Ukraine have been held in Abu Dhabi and Geneva, producing limited but notable outcomes: a prisoner-of-war exchange of 314 soldiers was agreed at the Abu Dhabi round (February 2026), and both sides acknowledged progress on military dialogue. However, the Geneva round was described by Zelenskyy as "difficult and tense," with Russia accused of stalling, and media reports characterized the negotiations as having reached an impasse. Russia launched a massive attack of 420 drones and 39 missiles on the eve of the Geneva talks, and separately broke its commitment to pause strikes on energy infrastructure despite a direct request from Trump — signals that analysts and intelligence assessments interpret as evidence of bad faith.
The core territorial dispute, particularly over Donetsk, remains unresolved and appears to be the central obstacle. Secretary of State Rubio identified Donetsk as the single most critical remaining issue, while Zelenskyy has repeatedly and firmly ruled out ceding Donbas, demanding 20–30 year security guarantees as a precondition for any agreement. Zelenskyy publicly stated in mid-February that both the US and Russia are telling Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas — framing Washington and Moscow as aligned against Kyiv on the key demand — and acknowledged that Trump is "not his ally." This sharp deterioration in US-Ukraine relations complicates the diplomatic architecture needed for a durable ceasefire agreement.
Multiple intelligence assessments concluded that Russia has no genuine intention of ending the war and is using peace talks to buy time and manage its relationship with the Trump administration. Lavrov stated Russia has "no deadline" for ending the conflict. Meanwhile, plans for a post-ceasefire peacekeeping force stalled after allies acknowledged any deployment would require Putin's approval — underscoring how far the parties remain from translating diplomatic frameworks into concrete arrangements. European intelligence chiefs expressed pessimism at the Munich Security Conference about the likelihood of a peace agreement in 2026. Zelenskyy himself told his ministers to prepare for up to three more years of war, even as he publicly stated the conflict could end by summer if Russia showed genuine willingness.
Russia x Ukraine ceasefire by March 31, 2026?
Briefing
Diplomatic activity around a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire has intensified since late January 2026, but fundamental obstacles remain firmly in place as of late February, making a general ceasefire agreement by March 31 highly uncertain. Trilateral talks have progressed through multiple rounds — Abu Dhabi in early February, Geneva in mid-February, and a further round scheduled for March 4–5 in Abu Dhabi — producing limited but notable results, including a 314-prisoner exchange and agreements to resume US-Russia military dialogue. However, the core political disputes, particularly over the status of Donetsk, remain unresolved. Secretary of State Rubio identified Donetsk as the single most critical sticking point, while the Kremlin rejected US characterizations that only one issue remained, signaling broader demands that extend well beyond territory.
Russia's conduct during the negotiating period has raised serious doubts about its commitment to any agreement. Despite initially accepting a US request to pause strikes on Kyiv, Russia subsequently ignored Trump's broader energy ceasefire initiative, launching large-scale attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure across eight regions in late January and early February. Intelligence assessments, including from ISW, concluded that Russia is exploiting peace talks to buy time and manipulate the Trump administration, with no genuine intention of ending the war. Lavrov stated explicitly that Russia has "no deadline" for ending the conflict. Reports ahead of the March round also indicated Russia may withdraw from negotiations entirely.
Ukraine's position has hardened in parallel. Zelenskyy repeatedly ruled out ceding Donbas, demanded 20–30 year security guarantees, and by late February publicly stated that both the US and Russia are telling Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas — framing Washington and Moscow as aligned against Kyiv on the central territorial question. This sharp deterioration in US-Ukraine relations, combined with stalled peacekeeping force plans that require Putin's approval to proceed, further complicates any path to a comprehensive ceasefire. Zelenskyy himself told his ministers to prepare for up to three more years of war, even as he expressed cautious public optimism that the conflict could end by summer if Russia showed genuine willingness.
Russia x Ukraine ceasefire by end of 2026?
Briefing
Diplomatic activity around the Russia-Ukraine conflict has intensified since late January 2026, with multiple rounds of trilateral talks held in Abu Dhabi and Geneva, and a next round scheduled for March 4–5 in Abu Dhabi. The talks have produced limited but tangible results: a prisoner-of-war exchange agreement returning 157 Ukrainians from Russian captivity was reached at Abu Dhabi, and both sides agreed on a ceasefire monitoring mechanism in principle. However, the core political issues — particularly the fate of Donetsk — remain entirely unresolved, with Russia and Ukraine holding diametrically opposed positions on territorial questions.
The prospects for a formal ceasefire agreement by end of 2026 face serious structural obstacles. Russia has repeatedly demonstrated bad faith during negotiations: it broke a commitment to pause strikes on energy infrastructure following a direct request from Trump, launched a massive 420-drone-and-missile attack on the eve of the Geneva talks, and has stated through Foreign Minister Lavrov that it has "no deadline" for ending the conflict. Multiple intelligence assessments concluded that Russia is using peace talks primarily to buy time and manipulate the Trump administration, with no genuine intention of ending the war. Meanwhile, Ukraine's position has hardened: Zelenskyy has firmly ruled out ceding Donbas, demanded 20–30 year security guarantees, and warned Ukrainians would not forgive the US for forcing one-sided concessions. As of late February, Zelenskyy publicly stated that both the US and Russia are telling Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas — signaling a sharp deterioration in US-Ukraine relations that complicates any trilateral framework.
The diplomatic environment is further complicated by several unresolved secondary issues. Plans for a "Coalition of the Willing" peacekeeping force stalled after allies acknowledged any deployment would require Putin's approval. The venue for a direct Putin-Zelenskyy meeting remains contested, with Moscow insisting on Moscow and Kyiv insisting on Kyiv. European intelligence chiefs expressed pessimism at the Munich Security Conference in February about the likelihood of a peace agreement in 2026, and reports emerged that Russia may withdraw from the March round of talks entirely. Zelenskyy himself told his ministers to prepare for up to three more years of conflict, even while publicly expressing cautious optimism that the war could end by summer if Russia showed genuine willingness.
Russian strike on a NATO member by...?
Briefing
The question of whether Russia would conduct a direct drone, missile, or air strike on NATO sovereign territory between September 24 and October 31, 2025 remains unresolved based on available reporting, which covers a later period (late January through February 2026). No credible reporting in the available timeline documents a qualifying Russian strike on NATO territory during the specified window or in the months immediately following it.
The broader trajectory of NATO-Russia tensions, however, has continued to intensify. As of February 2026, Russia was reported to be building military infrastructure near its border with Finland, a NATO member, while former President Medvedev issued new threats against Western nations. Norway stated it cannot rule out a Russian invasion, and the UK doubled its troop presence in Norway and launched a major Arctic exercise ("Lion Protector") in response to perceived threats in the High North. These developments reflect a sustained pattern of Russian pressure on NATO's eastern and northern flanks, though none constitute a direct strike on alliance territory.
Diplomatic signals present a mixed picture. On one hand, the US and Russia agreed in early February 2026 to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue and discussed extending the New START treaty, suggesting some channels for de-escalation remain open. On the other hand, Russian State Duma Speaker Volodin's calls for "weapons of retribution" and continued nuclear rhetoric from Moscow indicate that escalatory pressure has not abated. Zelenskyy characterized such nuclear threats as a sign of Russian battlefield failures rather than genuine intent, while European leaders debated autonomous nuclear deterrence options.
Key uncertainties include the degree to which ongoing peace negotiations — including discussions at Abu Dhabi and the Munich Security Conference — constrain Russian escalatory behavior, and whether Russia's military buildup near Finland or Belarus represents preparation for broader action or a coercive posture short of direct attack. The transatlantic rift exposed at Munich, with the US and Europe divided over Ukraine policy, could also affect NATO's deterrence credibility. No available reporting confirms a qualifying strike on NATO territory within the market's resolution window.
Ukraine joins NATO before 2027?
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Recent developments through late February 2026 make Ukraine's NATO membership before the end of 2026 appear highly unlikely. The clearest signal came from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's visit to Kyiv in early-to-mid February, during which Zelenskyy himself acknowledged that the United States does not currently support Ukraine's accession to NATO. Without US backing, the consensus required for NATO membership — which demands unanimous agreement among all 32 member states — cannot be achieved. Rutte's discussions in Kyiv focused not on a membership timeline but on post-ceasefire security arrangements, including plans for willing NATO members to deploy forces, aircraft, and naval assets to Ukraine after a peace agreement is reached. This framing suggests the alliance views membership as a longer-term prospect, not an imminent one.
The broader diplomatic environment further dims near-term accession prospects. The Munich Security Conference (February 9–18) exposed a significant transatlantic rift, with the US and Europe divided over Ukraine policy and the shape of any peace settlement. Secretary of State Rubio cancelled a meeting with European leaders and declined to discuss Ukraine with them directly, underscoring Washington's detached posture. Zelenskyy separately revealed an alleged secret NATO-Russia document being discussed by US and European officials without Ukraine's full involvement — a development that signals Ukraine may be sidelined in key negotiations rather than integrated into the alliance.
Escalating NATO-Russia tensions add another layer of complexity. Russia has been building military infrastructure near Finland's border, and ISW assessed in early February that Russia has de facto annexed Belarus and could use it as a future invasion platform. European leaders have intensified debates over nuclear deterrence and autonomous defense capabilities, reflecting anxiety about the alliance's cohesion rather than confidence in its expansion. These dynamics suggest NATO's immediate priority is managing existing vulnerabilities, not absorbing a new member actively at war with a nuclear-armed adversary.
In sum, the combination of explicit US opposition to Ukraine's near-term accession, the absence of any formal membership invitation or accession protocol, ongoing conflict, and deep transatlantic divisions all point strongly against Ukraine achieving full NATO membership by December 31, 2026. No credible pathway to membership within this timeframe has emerged from recent reporting.
Ukraine officially agrees to a US backed ceasefire framework by...?
Briefing
As of late February 2026, Ukraine has not officially agreed to any US-backed ceasefire framework, and the diplomatic trajectory suggests significant obstacles remain before such an agreement could be formalized. Trilateral talks between the US, Ukraine, and Russia have proceeded through multiple rounds — in Abu Dhabi (early February) and Geneva (mid-to-late February) — but have produced only limited procedural progress, including a prisoner-of-war exchange and agreements to resume military-to-military dialogue, rather than any substantive peace framework. The next major round is scheduled for March 4–5 in Abu Dhabi, described by participants as potentially decisive.
The core barrier to a qualifying agreement is the fundamental divergence between what the US and Russia are demanding and what Ukraine is willing to accept. Zelenskyy has repeatedly and publicly rejected any withdrawal from Donbas, demanded security guarantees of 20–30 years, and — in a striking statement in mid-to-late February — acknowledged that both the United States and Russia are effectively telling Ukraine to cede Donbas as a condition for ending the war. He explicitly stated that Trump is "not his ally," reflecting a sharp deterioration in US-Ukraine relations. These positions are far from the formal alignment that would be required for Ukraine to officially endorse a US-backed framework through a signed instrument, joint communiqué, or governmental decree.
Russia's posture further complicates the path to resolution. Multiple intelligence assessments concluded that Moscow is using peace talks primarily as a stalling and manipulation tool, with no genuine intention of ending the war. Russia broke its commitment to halt strikes on energy infrastructure despite a direct request from Trump, launched massive attacks on the eve of the Geneva talks, and the Kremlin rejected US characterizations of progress. Reports also indicated Russia may withdraw from the March round entirely. Meanwhile, peacekeeping force plans stalled after allies acknowledged any deployment would require Putin's approval — underscoring how far the parties remain from a workable framework.
The key uncertainties heading into March center on whether the Abu Dhabi round produces a breakthrough or collapses, whether US pressure on Zelenskyy intensifies to the point of forcing a formal Ukrainian position shift, and whether Russia engages substantively or continues to stall. Zelenskyy has simultaneously expressed cautious optimism that the war could end by summer 2026 and instructed ministers to prepare for three more years of conflict — a dual-track posture that reflects the deep unpredictability of the current moment. The resolution deadline of December 31, 2025 has already passed in calendar terms relative to the news timeline, meaning events are now being assessed against a backdrop where no qualifying agreement was reached by that date.
Ukraine recognizes Russian sovereignty over its territory by...?
Briefing
As of late February 2026, Ukraine has shown no indication of formally recognizing Russian sovereignty over any of its UN-recognized territory, and the trajectory of negotiations makes such a recognition unlikely before December 31, 2025 — a threshold that has already passed without any qualifying agreement being reached.
Throughout the period covered, President Zelenskyy has consistently and emphatically rejected any formal cession of Ukrainian territory. At the Munich Security Conference in mid-February 2026, he explicitly rejected any withdrawal from Donbas while demanding 20-year security guarantees. He has repeatedly stated that Ukraine "cannot simply hand Donbas to Russia," framed the territorial question as one of sovereignty, and warned that Ukrainians would not forgive the United States for forcing one-sided concessions. Zelenskyy also publicly stated that both the US and Russia are pressuring Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas — framing this as an unacceptable alignment of demands — and said he would rather continue fighting than accept a bad peace.
The multilateral negotiating process — spanning Abu Dhabi (early February 2026) and Geneva (mid-to-late February 2026) — has produced limited results: a prisoner-of-war exchange, agreements on military dialogue, and a ceasefire monitoring mechanism framework. However, core political issues, particularly the status of Donetsk, remain entirely unresolved. Secretary of State Rubio identified Donetsk as the single most critical sticking point, while the Kremlin rejected US characterizations that only one issue remained, signaling broader demands. Multiple intelligence assessments concluded that Russia has no genuine intention of ending the war and is using negotiations to buy time, further reducing the prospect of any agreement that would require Ukraine to formally recognize Russian sovereignty.
Key uncertainties include the degree of US pressure on Kyiv: reports indicate Washington has been pushing Ukraine to withdraw forces from Donbas, and Trump told Zelenskyy in a February 25 phone call that he wants the war ended within a month, with the next trilateral round set for early March in Abu Dhabi. Whether intensified US pressure could eventually compel a Ukrainian concession on formal sovereignty recognition remains the central open question. However, Zelenskyy's public posture, domestic political constraints, and the absence of any security guarantees acceptable to Kyiv make a formal sovereignty recognition agreement in the near term appear highly unlikely based on available evidence.
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Peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine have entered a critical and increasingly fraught phase, with multiple rounds of trilateral talks producing limited progress and a growing body of evidence suggesting Russia is not negotiating in good faith. As of late February 2026, the core territorial dispute — particularly the fate of Donetsk — remains the central obstacle to any ceasefire agreement, while U.S.-Ukraine relations have deteriorated sharply and the diplomatic calendar is pressing toward a potentially decisive round of talks scheduled for early March in Abu Dhabi.
The diplomatic process gained momentum in late January and early February when U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Florida on January 31, followed by trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi that yielded a prisoner-of-war exchange — the first in roughly five months — and agreements to resume high-level U.S.-Russia military dialogue. Zelenskyy described a dignified peace as realistic ahead of those talks and noted that the two sides had reached a general agreement on a ceasefire monitoring mechanism, offering a rare moment of cautious optimism. However, the Geneva round that followed was characterized by Zelenskyy himself as "difficult and tense," with Russia accused of stalling on political questions. Russia punctuated the Geneva talks with a massive strike involving over 420 drones and 39 missiles, which Kyiv cited as evidence of Moscow's lack of genuine commitment. Multiple intelligence assessments have since concluded that Russia is exploiting the negotiations to buy time and restore relations with Washington, with no real intention of ending the war. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov reinforced this reading by stating that Russia has "no deadline" for ending the conflict.
The territorial question has become the defining fault line. Secretary of State Rubio identified the roughly one-fifth of Donetsk not yet under Russian control as the single most critical unresolved issue, while Zelenskyy firmly rejected any withdrawal from Donbas, warning that Ukrainians would not forgive the United States for forcing one-sided concessions. In a striking public statement in mid-February, Zelenskyy said that both Washington and Moscow are telling Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas — effectively framing the U.S. and Russia as aligned on the war's most sensitive demand. He also acknowledged that Trump is not his ally, marking a sharp deterioration in the relationship. Trump, for his part, told Zelenskyy in a February 25 phone call that he wants the war ended within a month, and has publicly pressed Kyiv to move quickly toward a settlement.
The question of a direct Putin-Zelenskyy meeting remains unresolved and symbolically charged. Russia has insisted Moscow is the only acceptable venue, while Zelenskyy has invited Putin to Kyiv and said he is ready to meet if Putin "dares." U.S. envoy Witkoff suggested such a meeting could occur within weeks, but the Kremlin maintained it sees no basis for one given what it describes as Ukraine's lack of genuine negotiating intent. Meanwhile, plans for a "Coalition of the Willing" peacekeeping force have stalled after allies acknowledged that any deployment would require Putin's approval — a significant structural obstacle to translating any eventual ceasefire into durable security arrangements. NATO Secretary General Rutte visited Kyiv in early February and outlined plans for member states to deploy forces and aircraft after a peace agreement, but Zelenskyy acknowledged the United States does not currently support Ukrainian NATO membership, leaving the security guarantee question unresolved. Zelenskyy has demanded 20 to 30 years of security guarantees, while the U.S. has offered 15.
Evidence (100 stories)
Reports Claim Washington Pressuring Kyiv to Withdraw Forces from DonbasFeb 16 · 5 news events · 40 articles
Zelensky: VS en Rusland zetten Oekraïne nog steeds onder druk om Donbas op te geven10 articles
Зеленский: США и Россия требуют одного и того же9 articles
Зеленский высказался о выводе войск из Донбасса8 articles
Зеленский объяснил, почему Украина не может выйти из Донбасса7 articles
На Украине раскрыли план Зеленского в Донбассе6 articles
Timeline
Zelenskyy Distances from Trump, Says US and Russia Making Same Demand on Donbas
Zelenskyy publicly stated Trump is not his ally and that both the US and Russia are telling Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas, reflecting a sharp deterioration in US-Ukraine relations.
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Zelenskyy acknowledged that Donald Trump is not his ally in the conflict with Russia, reflecting growing tensions in the US-Ukraine relationship. He stated that both the United States and Russia are telling Ukraine that if it wants the war to end, Ukrainian forces must withdraw from Donbas — framing the two sides as aligned on this key demand. Zelenskyy publicly accused Trump of exerting unjustified pressure on Ukraine, saying the pressure included demands Ukraine considers one-sided. Reports indicated Washington was pressuring Kyiv to withdraw forces from Donbas, with Zelenskyy reportedly seeking to avoid this escalating into a formal ultimatum. Secretary of State Rubio also stated that Trump does not understand why Ukraine and Russia cannot end the war.
February 16 – 28, 2026
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Reports Claim Washington Pressuring Kyiv to Withdraw Forces from DonbasFeb 16 · 5 news events · 40 articles
Ukrainian sources revealed that Washington is pressuring Kyiv to withdraw its troops from Donbas, with Zelenskyy reportedly seeking to avoid this demand escalating into a formal ultimatum.
News events (5)
Zelensky: VS en Rusland zetten Oekraïne nog steeds onder druk om Donbas op te geven
Zelenskyy Accuses Trump of Applying Unjustified Pressure Over War SettlementFeb 17 · 1 news events · 43 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy publicly accused US President Donald Trump of exerting unjustified pressure on Ukraine in his efforts to broker an end to the nearly four-year war. Zelenskyy indicated that the pressure included demands Ukraine considers one-sided.
Zelenskyy Distances Himself from Trump, Says US Leader Is Not His AllyFeb 18 · 6 news events · 89 articles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged that Donald Trump is not his ally in the conflict with Russia, reflecting growing tensions in the US-Ukraine relationship. Secretary of State Rubio also stated that Trump does not understand why Ukraine and Russia cannot end the war.
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Ukraine's Zelensky says Trump exerting undue pressure on him
Zelenskyy Says US and Russia Are Making the Same Demand: Withdraw from DonbasFeb 20 · 1 news events · 9 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that both the United States and Russia are telling Ukraine that if it wants the war to end tomorrow, Ukrainian forces must withdraw from Donbas, framing the two sides as aligned on this key demand.
Munich Security Conference Highlights Transatlantic Rift Over Ukraine and NATO
The Munich Security Conference exposed deep divisions between the US and Europe over Ukraine policy, NATO commitments, and the shape of any peace settlement.
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The Munich Security Conference convened amid what analysts described as a fundamental rupture in US-Europe relations, one year after Vance's controversial speech. Rubio's address drew mixed reactions, with some relieved by reaffirmations of alliance commitment while others called it a 'poisoned declaration of love'; Rubio also cancelled a meeting with European leaders and declined to discuss Ukraine with them. German Chancellor Merz warned that the rules-based international order has collapsed and the gap between Europe and the US has deepened. EU foreign policy chief Kallas rejected American 'Euro-bashing,' while Vance demanded more European defense spending. Zelenskyy addressed the conference, called Putin a 'slave of war,' received a major award, and rejected any withdrawal from Donbas while demanding 20-year security guarantees.
February 9 – 18, 2026
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Trump's Peace Council Holds Inaugural Meeting; Next Talks Set for March
Trump's newly established Peace Council held its first meeting on February 19, with the next trilateral round scheduled for early March in Abu Dhabi amid signals Russia may withdraw.
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US President Trump's newly established Peace Council held its inaugural meeting on February 19, 2026, as part of broader US-led diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire. European states were divided over whether an EU official should attend. The next round of trilateral talks was scheduled for March 4–5 in Abu Dhabi, described as potentially decisive for reaching a peace agreement. Reports indicated Russia may pull out of peace negotiations ahead of the March round. Zelenskyy confirmed the upcoming trilateral round and called for increased pressure on Moscow, while also announcing a new round of negotiations with Russia and the US.
February 7 – 28, 2026
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Russia Signals Bad Faith in Negotiations; Intelligence Warns of Stalling Tactics
Multiple intelligence assessments and analyst reports concluded Russia has no genuine intention of ending the war and is using peace talks to buy time and manipulate the Trump administration.
112 articles
An intelligence report assessed that Russia is exploiting peace negotiations as a tool for manipulation and to restore relations with the United States, while having no genuine intention of ending the war. ISW assessed that Putin believes Russia's economy can withstand a long war and is using peace talk overtures to distract the Trump administration. An Associated Press report cited Russian officials as believing they can outmaneuver the United States during talks. Lavrov stated that Russia has 'no deadline' for ending the conflict, only objectives it is fulfilling. ISW also assessed that Russia's strategic goal is to transform Ukraine into a puppet state similar to Belarus, and that Moscow is seeking to prevent the US and Europe from agreeing to security guarantees for Ukraine.
February 6 – 26, 2026
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New START Nuclear Treaty Discussions Resume Amid US-Russia Diplomatic Contacts
The US and Russia agreed to resume high-level military dialogue at Abu Dhabi and discussed extending New START, with Lavrov saying Russia will observe treaty limits as long as the US does.
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On the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi peace talks, the United States and Russia agreed to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue and discussed the possible extension of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that Russia will continue to observe its moratorium on violating New START limits as long as the United States does the same. Secretary of State Rubio announced the US will approach negotiations on a new offensive arms reduction treaty from a position of strength. The resumption of military dialogue represented a notable development amid otherwise difficult negotiations. European leaders separately debated nuclear deterrence options amid concerns about Russia's nuclear posture and potential deployment of weapons closer to EU borders.
February 5 – 11, 2026
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Zelenskyy's Political Position Under Scrutiny Amid War and Peace Pressures
Zelenskyy's legitimacy, approval ratings, and political standing faced growing scrutiny as peace negotiations intensified, with polls showing he could lose hypothetical elections to rivals.
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A poll found that parties associated with former Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi, former President Poroshenko, and intelligence chief Budanov would outperform Zelenskyy's party in hypothetical elections. A separate survey showed 61% of Ukrainians trust Zelenskyy, while the Financial Times reported that the arrest of former Energy Minister Galushchenko had weakened his political standing. Reports emerged of a split within Ukraine's negotiating delegation between a 'Budanov group' and an 'Yermak wing,' which Zelenskyy denied as a Russian narrative. Former Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi gave an interview claiming the 2023 counteroffensive failed due to Zelenskyy's interference with military decisions. Reports also warned of coup preparations against Zelenskyy as his position weakened under diplomatic and war pressures.
February 4 – 27, 2026
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Xi-Putin Video Call and China's Ambiguous Role in Ukraine Conflict
Xi Jinping and Putin held a video call praising bilateral ties, while German Chancellor Merz pressed China to increase pressure on Russia and US officials warned Beijing is fueling the war.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Putin held a nearly ninety-minute video call on February 4, praising their bilateral relationship as a stabilizing factor in world affairs. The call took place on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi peace talks. German Chancellor Merz, visiting Beijing, urged China to use its influence to help end the war, expressing confidence Beijing can exert meaningful pressure on Moscow. US officials separately warned that China is quietly supporting Russia's war effort despite Beijing's aid pledges to Ukraine. A report citing Japanese media revealed evidence that a Chinese state-owned enterprise exported a large-scale rocket ammunition production line to Belarus, Russia's close ally, potentially contradicting Beijing's stated neutrality.
February 4 – 26, 2026
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Xi Jinping Weighs In on Ukraine Peace Talks as Merz Presses China to Increase Pressure on Russia
Peacekeeping Force Plans Stall Over Requirement for Putin's Approval
Plans to deploy a 'Coalition of the Willing' peacekeeping force in Ukraine stalled after allies acknowledged any deployment would require Vladimir Putin's approval.
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Plans to deploy a peacekeeping force in Ukraine encountered a significant obstacle after allies acknowledged that any such deployment would require Vladimir Putin's approval, with a growing number of 'Coalition of the Willing' members expressing reservations. Zelenskyy had previously called for foreign troops to be positioned close to the front line in the event of a ceasefire. NATO Secretary General Rutte had outlined plans for NATO member states willing to send armed forces, aircraft, and naval support to Ukraine immediately after a peace agreement. The stalling of peacekeeping plans underscored the difficulty of translating diplomatic frameworks into concrete security arrangements acceptable to all parties. European intelligence chiefs remained skeptical that a peace agreement would be reached in 2026.
February 3 – 26, 2026
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NATO Secretary General Visits Kyiv, Outlines Post-Ceasefire Support Plans
NATO Secretary General Rutte visited Kyiv, addressed the Ukrainian parliament, and outlined plans for NATO members to deploy forces, aircraft, and naval support after a peace agreement.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Kyiv and addressed the Ukrainian Rada, stating that reaching a peace agreement with Russia will require difficult decisions. Discussions included plans for NATO member states willing to send armed forces, aircraft, and naval support to Ukraine immediately after a peace agreement is reached. The visit came as the Kremlin had broken its promise to refrain from striking energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy separately stated that Ukraine has fulfilled all necessary requirements for NATO membership but acknowledged the United States does not currently support Ukraine's accession. Zelenskyy also revealed an alleged secret NATO-Russia document being discussed by US and European officials, raising concerns about negotiations conducted without Ukraine's full involvement.
February 3 – 19, 2026
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NATO Secretary General Visits Kyiv, Outlines Post-Ceasefire Military Support Plan
US-Russia Acknowledge Talks More Difficult Than Expected; Geneva Round Held
US officials acknowledged peace talks have proven harder than anticipated, while the Geneva round was described as productive on military issues but difficult overall, with Russia accused of stalling.
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Vice President Vance acknowledged that peace talks have proven significantly more difficult than initially anticipated, while Witkoff and Kushner departed Geneva following the latest round. Zelenskyy described the Geneva talks as productive on military issues but 'difficult and tense' overall, accusing Russia of stalling. Ukrainian negotiator Umerov confirmed progress had been made but said details could not be disclosed. Media reports described the Geneva negotiations as having reached an impasse and becoming 'political theater,' with political issues — particularly regarding Donbas — remaining unresolved. Russia launched a massive attack involving 420 drones and 39 missiles against Ukraine on the eve of the Geneva talks, which Kyiv condemned as evidence of Moscow's lack of genuine commitment to peace.
February 1 – 25, 2026
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Witkoff-Dmitriev Florida Meeting Precedes Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks
US envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Florida ahead of the Abu Dhabi trilateral talks, which produced a prisoner-of-war exchange and agreements on military dialogue.
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US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian Presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Florida on January 31, describing the discussions as fruitful and constructive. Ukrainian, US, and Russian delegations then convened in Abu Dhabi for a new round of trilateral talks, with Ukraine's Umerov describing discussions as 'substantive and productive.' The talks produced an agreement to exchange 314 prisoners of war — the first such exchange in approximately five months — with 157 Ukrainians subsequently returned from Russian captivity. On the sidelines, the US and Russia agreed to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue and discussed the possible extension of the New START nuclear arms treaty. Zelenskyy described a dignified peace as realistic ahead of the talks and said Russia and Ukraine had reached a general agreement on a ceasefire monitoring mechanism.
Zelenskyy repeatedly ruled out ceding Donbas, demanded 20–30 year security guarantees, and warned Ukrainians would not forgive the US for forcing one-sided concessions.
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Zelenskyy firmly stated that Ukraine cannot simply hand Donbas to Russia, describing the issue as one of sovereignty and the fate of people living there. He demanded security guarantees of 20 to 30 years as a condition for peace, while the US was offering 15 years. Zelenskyy warned that Ukrainians would not forgive the United States if it forced Kyiv to cede Donbas, and said in an Atlantic interview he would rather continue fighting than accept a bad peace. He also stated that Russia would need two years and approximately 800,000 soldiers killed to fully capture Donbas, arguing a frozen conflict already represents a major Ukrainian concession. Zelenskyy separately activated a National Security Council decision on security guarantees, formalizing Kyiv's position on the security architecture it seeks.
Jan 30 – Feb 27, 2026
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Zelenskyy Says War Could End by Summer If Russia Shows Willingness
Zelenskyy expressed cautious optimism that the war could end by summer 2026 if Russia demonstrated genuine willingness, while also warning ministers to prepare for three more years of conflict.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that the war could potentially end by summer 2026 if Russia demonstrated genuine willingness to reach a settlement, and accepted a US proposal to host the next round of talks in the United States. He also said the conflict could end within months if negotiations between Moscow, Washington, and Kyiv proceed smoothly. However, the Wall Street Journal reported that Zelenskyy shocked his ministers by telling them to prepare for up to three more years of war, signaling his expectation that the conflict will not end quickly. European intelligence chiefs expressed pessimism at the Munich Security Conference about the likelihood of a peace agreement being reached in 2026. Zelenskyy also declared in a BBC interview that Putin has already started World War Three.
Jan 30 – Feb 23, 2026
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European Intelligence Chiefs Skeptical US Will Clinch Ukraine Peace Deal in 2026
Russia Ignores Trump's Energy Ceasefire Request, Strikes Continue
Russia accepted a US request to pause strikes on Kyiv but then ignored Trump's broader energy ceasefire initiative, launching massive attacks on Ukrainian energy and civilian infrastructure.
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Russia initially accepted a US request to halt aerial attacks on Kyiv, though confusion emerged over whether the pause would last two days or a full week — dubbed the 'frost truce' by Italian media. However, Zelenskyy stated that Russia subsequently broke a commitment to halt strikes on energy infrastructure for one week, ignoring a direct request from Trump. Russia launched large-scale strikes on gas and electricity infrastructure across eight regions, wounding dozens including children. Zelenskyy said the attacks would affect Ukraine's approach at the Abu Dhabi negotiations and accused Russia of choosing terror over diplomacy. ISW reported that Russia resumed combined missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure as a sustained campaign.
Jan 29 – Feb 26, 2026
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Trump Presses Zelenskyy to Move on Peace, Sets One-Month War-End Goal
Trump publicly pressured Zelenskyy to make concessions and told him by phone he wants the war ended within a month, with the next trilateral round set for early March in Abu Dhabi.
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US President Trump publicly called on Zelenskyy to act quickly toward a peace settlement, warning he would miss an opportunity if he did not move. Trump told Zelenskyy in a February 25 phone call that he wants the war ended within a month, with the next round of trilateral negotiations scheduled for early March in Abu Dhabi. Trump also claimed to have personally asked Putin not to strike Kyiv and said the US is making 'good progress,' citing deep personal animosity between Putin and Zelenskyy as the primary obstacle. Reports indicated the US was pushing for a peace agreement by March 2026 and simultaneously discussing simultaneous general elections and a referendum in Ukraine as early as May. Zelenskyy confirmed the call and said Ukrainian negotiators would meet US officials to discuss post-war reconstruction and peace framework details.
Jan 29 – Feb 25, 2026
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Trump Claims Russia and Ukraine Could Reach Deal Without US Mediators
Zelenskyy Addresses Elections, Legitimacy, and Post-Ceasefire Political Plans
Zelenskyy said Ukraine could hold elections after two months of ceasefire and security guarantee confirmation, while warning against elections during wartime and saying Russia wants to replace him.
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Zelenskyy indicated that Ukraine could hold elections after two months of a ceasefire, addressing critics who questioned his legitimacy given that wartime conditions have prevented scheduled elections. He later clarified that elections would only occur after a ceasefire is confirmed and security guarantees are in place. The Financial Times reported Zelenskyy planned to announce an election and referendum schedule on February 24, though he said he had not heard of this plan. Zelenskyy said he has not ruled out running for a second presidential term. In a Piers Morgan interview, he said Russia wants to replace him and questioned whether partners should weigh in on the elections issue.
Jan 29 – Feb 19, 2026
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Zelenskyy Calls for Elections After Two Months of Ceasefire, Cites Legitimacy Concerns
Zelenskyy Calls for Energy Ceasefire and Reciprocal Strike Halt
Zelenskyy proposed an energy ceasefire and said Ukraine would halt strikes on Russian territory if Russia reciprocated, but accused Moscow of responding with escalation instead.
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Following Trump's reported request to Putin for a one-week energy ceasefire, Zelenskyy called for Ukraine and Russia to mutually suspend strikes on energy infrastructure. He stated Ukraine is seriously committed to ending the war and ready to refrain from striking Russian territory, but questioned whether Russia shares that intent. Russia responded to the US initiative with drone and missile attacks rather than restraint, according to Zelenskyy. Ukraine separately struck a Russian oil terminal in Krasnodar and an air defense system in Crimea, framing such operations as degrading Russia's war-sustaining capacity. Zelenskyy explained the strategic rationale for Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure as a means of reducing Moscow's ability to sustain the conflict.
Jan 29 – Feb 17, 2026
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Zelenskyy Calls for Energy Ceasefire, Says Ukraine Ready to Halt Strikes If Russia Does the Same
Kremlin and Kyiv Trade Venue Demands for Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting
Russia insisted Moscow is the only acceptable venue for a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting, while Zelenskyy invited Putin to Kyiv and said direct contact is essential to resolve territorial questions.
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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov repeatedly stated that Russia considers Moscow the only acceptable location for a direct meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy, while Russia formally invited Zelenskyy to travel to Moscow. Zelenskyy responded by inviting Putin to Kyiv, saying he is ready to meet if Putin 'dares.' Zelenskyy also stated that territorial questions cannot be resolved without direct contact with Putin, underscoring the necessity of such a meeting. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff indicated a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting could occur within weeks, while the Kremlin maintained it sees no basis for such a meeting given what it described as Ukraine's lack of genuine negotiating intent. The prospect of a direct meeting remained remote but was not entirely ruled out by either side.
Jan 28 – Feb 26, 2026
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Key Sticking Points Identified as Peace Talks Remain Deadlocked
US officials and analysts identified the fate of Donetsk as the central unresolved issue in peace negotiations, with Russia and Ukraine remaining diametrically opposed on core territorial and political demands.
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Secretary of State Rubio identified the Donetsk region as the single most critical remaining issue in negotiations, later narrowing the focus to the roughly one-fifth of Donetsk not yet under Russian control. Zelenskyy described the territorial question as the most problematic element, expressing concern that Trump and Putin had discussed it bilaterally without Ukrainian participation. The Kremlin rejected US claims that only one issue remained, signaling broader demands. ISW assessed that any Ukrainian concession on Donetsk would only lead to further Russian demands, and that Russia's war aims extend beyond territory to broader political and security conditions. Lavrov separately stated Russia had not received the 20-point US-Ukraine peace plan and described revised versions as distortions of the original American draft.
Jan 28 – Feb 20, 2026
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Rubio Identifies Donetsk Region as Key Remaining Issue in Ukraine Peace Talks
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Russian Duma Speaker Volodin Calls for Use of 'Weapons of Retribution' Against UkraineJan 30 · 3 news events · 60 articles
В Госдуме призывают применить "оружие возмездия"44 articles
Натякають на ядерку: у Держдумі РФ наполягають на застосуванні "зброї відплати" проти України11 articles
Rusia amenință Ucraina cu așa-numitele "arme ale răzbunării"5 articles
European Leaders Debate Nuclear Deterrence as Russia Reportedly Moves Weapons Closer to EU BorderFeb 15 · 2 news events · 25 articles
Putin 'is about to deploy nuclear weapons close to EU border'14 articles
Nuklearna zaštita Europe ima visoku cijenu i još viši rizik. Tko bi pritisnuo gumb?11 articles
Norway Says It Cannot Rule Out Russian Invasion, Cites Threat to High NorthFeb 10 · 1 news events · 18 articles
Νορβηγία: "Δεν αποκλείουμε εισβολή της Ρωσίας"18 articles
US and Russia Agree to Resume High-Level Military Dialogue at Abu Dhabi TalksFeb 5 · 2 news events · 38 articles
Les Etats-Unis et la Russie vont reprendre un dialogue militaire de haut niveau (Pentagone)23 articles
Россия и США обсудили продление ДСНВ15 articles
Lavrov Says Russia Will Respect New START Limits as Long as US DoesFeb 5 · 2 news events · 36 articles
Λαβρόφ: Η Ρωσία δεν θα παραβιάσει τα όρια της συνθήκης New START όσο δεν το κάνουν οι ΗΠΑ | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ21 articles
Россия и США обсудили продление ДСНВ15 articles
Rubio Says US Will Negotiate New Nuclear Arms Control Treaty from Position of StrengthFeb 6 · 2 news events · 19 articles
Новая эра контроля над ядерными вооружениями14 articles
Переговоры от США "с позиции силы"5 articles
Rubio Visits Slovakia and Hungary, Reaffirms US Commitment to NATO and European PartnershipFeb 9 · 11 news events · 118 articles
Рубио посетит Словакию и Венгрию35 articles
Rubio: EE. UU. no le pide a Europa que sea un "vasallo"15 articles
Marco Rubio redefine relación de EU con Europa: "No queremos vasallos, sino socios"13 articles
"Wir verlangen von Europa nicht, ein Vasall zu sein": Rubio betont Interesse an starkem Europa11 articles
Рубіо їде до Орбана й Фіцо: про що говоритимуть10 articles
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Ukraine Announces New Sanctions Against Russia and Expands Measures Targeting Lukashenko's CircleFeb 8 · 7 news events · 117 articles
Україна ввела нові санкції проти Росії 8 лютого31 articles
Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles31 articles
Κυρώσεις από τους Ουκρανούς σε ξένους προμηθευτές ρωσικών πυραύλων27 articles
New sanctions will target Lukashenko's circle including sons, Zelenskyy says9 articles
Зеленский объявил о новых санкциях против РФ -- 29 российских субъектов и 15 организаций | УНН7 articles
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Evidence (11 stories)
Russia's Economy Under Strain as War Costs Mount and Inflation Exceeds Official FiguresFeb 4 · 2 news events · 12 articles
Война добивает экономику РФ: как Путин скрывает от россиян масштабы кризиса6 articles
Інфляція в Росії значно перевищує офіційні показники6 articles
Analysis: Putin's War Is Increasingly Costly for Russians at HomeFeb 10 · 2 news events · 21 articles
Oil exports have been a cash cow for Russia. But revenues are...16 articles
Putin's War in Ukraine Is Also Hitting Russians Harder at Home5 articles
ISW: Putin Believes Russian Economy Can Sustain Prolonged War, Using Talks to Distract TrumpFeb 6 · 4 news events · 56 articles
Russia thinks it can outsmart the US during Ukraine peace talks, a...34 articles
Переговори з РФ - Кремль притримується старих військових цілей - ISW9 articles
РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW8 articles
Путін переконаний, що економіка Росії витримає затяжну війну: в ISW пояснили, як Кремль відволікає увагу Трампа5 articles
ISW: Russia Seeks to Turn Ukraine into 'Another Belarus,' Warns Against Security GuaranteesFeb 6 · 1 news events · 8 articles
РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW8 articles
Report: Russia Believes It Can Outsmart US in Ukraine Peace NegotiationsFeb 7 · 1 news events · 34 articles
Russia thinks it can outsmart the US during Ukraine peace talks, a...34 articles
Zelenskyy Appoints New Acting Head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence ServiceFeb 4 · 2 news events · 54 articles
Зеленский назначил нового главу разведки28 articles
Кого Зеленський призначив тимчасовим керівником СЗРУ26 articles
Poll Shows Zelenskyy Would Lose Elections to Parties Led by Zaluzhnyi, Poroshenko, and BudanovFeb 9 · 2 news events · 13 articles
Партія Залужного, "Євросолідарність" і партія Буданова лідирують у рейтингу -- опитування7 articles
Зеленский проигрывает выборы партиям Залужного, Порошенко и Буданова, - опрос. ИНФОГРАФИКА6 articles
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Evidence (7 stories)
Russian Duma Speaker Volodin Calls for Use of 'Weapons of Retribution' Against UkraineJan 30 · 3 news events · 60 articles
В Госдуме призывают применить "оружие возмездия"44 articles
Натякають на ядерку: у Держдумі РФ наполягають на застосуванні "зброї відплати" проти України11 articles
Rusia amenință Ucraina cu așa-numitele "arme ale răzbunării"5 articles
European Leaders Debate Nuclear Deterrence as Russia Reportedly Moves Weapons Closer to EU BorderFeb 15 · 2 news events · 25 articles
Putin 'is about to deploy nuclear weapons close to EU border'14 articles
Nuklearna zaštita Europe ima visoku cijenu i još viši rizik. Tko bi pritisnuo gumb?11 articles
Zelenskyy Responds to Kremlin Nuclear Rhetoric, Calls It a Sign of Russian Battlefield FailuresFeb 25 · 2 news events · 16 articles
Зеленський відреагував на ядерну риторику Кремля9 articles
Reacția lui Zelenski la acuzațiile Kremlinului privind armele nucleare în Ucraina7 articles
US and Russia Agree to Resume High-Level Military Dialogue at Abu Dhabi TalksFeb 5 · 2 news events · 38 articles
Les Etats-Unis et la Russie vont reprendre un dialogue militaire de haut niveau (Pentagone)23 articles
Россия и США обсудили продление ДСНВ15 articles
Lavrov Says Russia Will Respect New START Limits as Long as US DoesFeb 5 · 2 news events · 36 articles
Λαβρόφ: Η Ρωσία δεν θα παραβιάσει τα όρια της συνθήκης New START όσο δεν το κάνουν οι ΗΠΑ | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ21 articles
Россия и США обсудили продление ДСНВ15 articles
Rubio Says US Will Negotiate New Nuclear Arms Control Treaty from Position of StrengthFeb 6 · 2 news events · 19 articles
Новая эра контроля над ядерными вооружениями14 articles
Переговоры от США "с позиции силы"5 articles
Russia Builds Up Military Infrastructure Near Finnish NATO Border as Medvedev Issues ThreatsFeb 2 · 1 news events · 5 articles
An finnischer Nato-Grenze: Russland baut offenbar Basen aus - und Medwedew droht5 articles
The next trilateral round was scheduled for March 4–5 in Abu Dhabi, described as potentially decisive, though reports indicated Russia may withdraw from the process entirely. The trajectory as of late February 2026 points toward continued negotiations under significant US pressure, but with Russia showing few signs of genuine compromise and Ukraine unwilling to accept the territorial concessions being demanded — making a formal, general ceasefire agreement before June 30, 2026 a highly uncertain prospect.
Evidence (27 stories)
Witkoff Meets Russian Envoy Dmitriev in Florida, Calls Talks 'Fruitful and Constructive'Jan 31 · 6 news events · 169 articles
Уиткофф оценил переговоры с Дмитриевым66 articles
Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 16:10 Kreml-Gesandter spricht mit US-Vertretern in Florida +++31 articles
Des pourparlers en cours entre l'émissaire russe Dmitriev et des responsables américains à Miami25 articles
ويتكوف: اجتماع "مثمر وبناء" مع مبعوث روسي في فلوريدا24 articles
Ruský a americký vyslanec rokovali v USA, schôdzku označili za produktívnu15 articles
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Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks Open as Ukraine, US, and Russia Begin New Negotiating RoundJan 31 · 22 news events · 824 articles
美俄烏三方會談推遲 關鍵分歧仍無解 | 聯合新聞網274 articles
US To Mediate Another Peace Negotiation Between Ukraine & Russia124 articles
Further Russia-Ukraine talks scheduled for next week, says Zelenskyy92 articles
Ukraine unter massivem Beschuss: Russen und Ukrainer kommen in Abu Dhabi zusammen44 articles
Дабы договориться41 articles
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Wittkoff and Kushner Depart Geneva as US Acknowledges Talks More Difficult Than ExpectedFeb 1 · 6 news events · 94 articles
Самолет Уиткоффа и Кушнера вылетел из Женевы53 articles
Next Russia-Ukraine talks will go ahead without Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner13 articles
Зеленски не е удовлетворен от преговорите с Русия8 articles
Переговори щодо війни в Україні виявилися складнішими, ніж очікували у США - Венс | УНН8 articles
Война в Украине: Венс рассказал о приказе Трампа7 articles
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Geneva Talks Described as 'Political Theater' as Ceasefire Negotiations Stall on Political TrackFeb 12 · 11 news events · 89 articles
Ucraina, accordo politico lontano dopo il secondo round di colloqui18 articles
Vor Verhandlungen in Genf: Moskau verweist auf Gebietsfragen11 articles
Зеленскому понизил статус встреч украинцев с Россией и США10 articles
Зеленский: Даже националисты не доверяют Путину8 articles
le négociateur ukrainien fait état de "progrès" après les négociations de Genève7 articles
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Zelenskyy Says Geneva Talks Were Substantive on Military Track but Difficult OverallFeb 17 · 7 news events · 70 articles
Ουκρανός διαπραγματευτής στη Γενεύη: Υπήρξε πρόοδος - Δεν μπορούν να αποκαλυφθούν λεπτομέρειες - Real.gr15 articles
Zelenski anuncia más contactos con Rusia y EEUU en Ginebra en los próximos diez días14 articles
Ζελένσκι: Επικριτικός για την έκβαση των διαπραγματεύσεων στη Γενεύη -Κατηγορεί τη Ρωσία για κωλυσιεργία - Ελεύθερος Τύπος14 articles
Ukraine-Gespräche in Genf: Erster Verhandlungstag beendet8 articles
Zelenszkij szerint történt előrelépés a genfi tűzszüneti tárgyalásokon7 articles
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Russia Accepts Trump's Request to Pause Strikes on Kyiv, Confusion Over DurationJan 29 · 2 news events · 41 articles
Zwei Tage statt einer Woche?: Kremls Waffenruhe-Bestätigung sorgt für Verwirrung26 articles
Η Ρωσία αποδέχθηκε το αίτημα Τραμπ15 articles
Trump Claims He Convinced Putin to Pause Kyiv Strikes in 'Frost Truce'Jan 29 · 1 news events · 9 articles
Tregua del gelo a Kiev, sette giorni senza bombardamenti russi. Trump assicura: "Ho convinto Putin"9 articles
Zelenskyy Says Russia Ignored Trump's Request for Energy Ceasefire, Strikes Will Affect Abu Dhabi TalksJan 30 · 10 news events · 90 articles
Россия проигнорировала просьбу Трампа - Зеленский19 articles
Перемирие с РФ: президент сделал новое заявление17 articles
Москва обрала терор та ескалацію - Зеленський13 articles
Дати належну оцінку злочинам агресора7 articles
Zelenskiy says Russia largely observing energy ceasefire ahead of peace talks7 articles
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Rubio Identifies Donetsk Region as Key Remaining Issue in Ukraine Peace TalksJan 28 · 7 news events · 72 articles
Рубіо: питання Донецька є ключовим на переговорах36 articles
Рубио рассказал о ходе урегулирования на Украине12 articles
De ce este atât de important pentru Putin să preia și restul regiunii Donețk? - HotNews.ro7 articles
Рубио заявил, что территориальный вопрос по Украине еще не решен6 articles
Рубио: Судьба Донбасса - ключевое разногласие Украины и РФ, которое "очень сложно" преодолеть5 articles
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Three Key Sticking Points Identified as Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Remain DeadlockedJan 29 · 3 news events · 17 articles
Мирний план Трампа буксує: переговори України та РФ натрапили на три головні проблеми, - Politico7 articles
Рубио: Судьба Донбасса - ключевое разногласие Украины и РФ, которое "очень сложно" преодолеть5 articles
Три проблемы в мирных переговорах России и Украины5 articles
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Trump set a goal of ending the war within a month during a February 25 phone call with Zelenskyy, and US pressure on Kyiv to make concessions has visibly intensified. However, the gap between the parties on territorial, political, and security questions remains vast, Russia's battlefield behavior contradicts its diplomatic posture, and European intelligence chiefs expressed pessimism at the Munich Security Conference in mid-February about any 2026 agreement. The March Abu Dhabi round will be a critical indicator of whether negotiations can move from process to substance within the resolution window.
Evidence (27 stories)
Witkoff Meets Russian Envoy Dmitriev in Florida, Calls Talks 'Fruitful and Constructive'Jan 31 · 6 news events · 169 articles
Уиткофф оценил переговоры с Дмитриевым66 articles
Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 16:10 Kreml-Gesandter spricht mit US-Vertretern in Florida +++31 articles
Des pourparlers en cours entre l'émissaire russe Dmitriev et des responsables américains à Miami25 articles
ويتكوف: اجتماع "مثمر وبناء" مع مبعوث روسي في فلوريدا24 articles
Ruský a americký vyslanec rokovali v USA, schôdzku označili za produktívnu15 articles
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Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks Open as Ukraine, US, and Russia Begin New Negotiating RoundJan 31 · 22 news events · 824 articles
美俄烏三方會談推遲 關鍵分歧仍無解 | 聯合新聞網274 articles
US To Mediate Another Peace Negotiation Between Ukraine & Russia124 articles
Further Russia-Ukraine talks scheduled for next week, says Zelenskyy92 articles
Ukraine unter massivem Beschuss: Russen und Ukrainer kommen in Abu Dhabi zusammen44 articles
Дабы договориться41 articles
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Rubio Identifies Donetsk Region as Key Remaining Issue in Ukraine Peace TalksJan 28 · 7 news events · 72 articles
Рубіо: питання Донецька є ключовим на переговорах36 articles
Рубио рассказал о ходе урегулирования на Украине12 articles
De ce este atât de important pentru Putin să preia și restul regiunii Donețk? - HotNews.ro7 articles
Рубио заявил, что территориальный вопрос по Украине еще не решен6 articles
Рубио: Судьба Донбасса - ключевое разногласие Украины и РФ, которое "очень сложно" преодолеть5 articles
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Three Key Sticking Points Identified as Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Remain DeadlockedJan 29 · 3 news events · 17 articles
Мирний план Трампа буксує: переговори України та РФ натрапили на три головні проблеми, - Politico7 articles
Рубио: Судьба Донбасса - ключевое разногласие Украины и РФ, которое "очень сложно" преодолеть5 articles
Три проблемы в мирных переговорах России и Украины5 articles
Lavrov Says Russia Has Not Received 20-Point Peace Plan, Calls Revised Versions 'Rape' of US DraftJan 29 · 5 news events · 39 articles
Росія не отримувала мирного плану з 20 пунктів, але "готова" до компромісів, - Лавров10 articles
Лавров назвал новые варианты сделки по Украине "изнасилованием" версии США9 articles
Лавров раскрыл надежды Зеленского на случай перемирия8 articles
Лавров заявил, что РФ не видела проект соглашения США-Украина о гарантиях безопасности7 articles
Лавров заявил, что достигнутые в Анкоридже понимания остаются на столе5 articles
Russia Accepts Trump's Request to Pause Strikes on Kyiv, Confusion Over DurationJan 29 · 2 news events · 41 articles
Zwei Tage statt einer Woche?: Kremls Waffenruhe-Bestätigung sorgt für Verwirrung26 articles
Η Ρωσία αποδέχθηκε το αίτημα Τραμπ15 articles
Trump Claims He Convinced Putin to Pause Kyiv Strikes in 'Frost Truce'Jan 29 · 1 news events · 9 articles
Tregua del gelo a Kiev, sette giorni senza bombardamenti russi. Trump assicura: "Ho convinto Putin"9 articles
Zelenskyy Says Russia Ignored Trump's Request for Energy Ceasefire, Strikes Will Affect Abu Dhabi TalksJan 30 · 10 news events · 90 articles
Россия проигнорировала просьбу Трампа - Зеленский19 articles
Перемирие с РФ: президент сделал новое заявление17 articles
Москва обрала терор та ескалацію - Зеленський13 articles
Дати належну оцінку злочинам агресора7 articles
Zelenskiy says Russia largely observing energy ceasefire ahead of peace talks7 articles
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ISW: Putin Believes Russian Economy Can Sustain Prolonged War, Using Talks to Distract TrumpFeb 6 · 4 news events · 56 articles
Russia thinks it can outsmart the US during Ukraine peace talks, a...34 articles
Переговори з РФ - Кремль притримується старих військових цілей - ISW9 articles
РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW8 articles
Путін переконаний, що економіка Росії витримає затяжну війну: в ISW пояснили, як Кремль відволікає увагу Трампа5 articles
ISW: Russia Seeks to Turn Ukraine into 'Another Belarus,' Warns Against Security GuaranteesFeb 6 · 1 news events · 8 articles
РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW8 articles
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The overall trajectory as of late February 2026 points toward continued diplomatic engagement without a breakthrough. The gap between the parties on core territorial and security issues remains vast, Russia's negotiating behavior suggests deliberate stalling, and the US-Ukraine relationship has deteriorated in ways that reduce Washington's ability to present a unified front. While the March Abu Dhabi round represents a potential inflection point, the conditions for a formal, mutually agreed ceasefire — as required by the resolution criteria — do not appear to be in place.
Evidence (25 stories)
Witkoff Meets Russian Envoy Dmitriev in Florida, Calls Talks 'Fruitful and Constructive'Jan 31 · 6 news events · 169 articles
Уиткофф оценил переговоры с Дмитриевым66 articles
Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 16:10 Kreml-Gesandter spricht mit US-Vertretern in Florida +++31 articles
Des pourparlers en cours entre l'émissaire russe Dmitriev et des responsables américains à Miami25 articles
ويتكوف: اجتماع "مثمر وبناء" مع مبعوث روسي في فلوريدا24 articles
Ruský a americký vyslanec rokovali v USA, schôdzku označili za produktívnu15 articles
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Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks Open as Ukraine, US, and Russia Begin New Negotiating RoundJan 31 · 22 news events · 824 articles
美俄烏三方會談推遲 關鍵分歧仍無解 | 聯合新聞網274 articles
US To Mediate Another Peace Negotiation Between Ukraine & Russia124 articles
Further Russia-Ukraine talks scheduled for next week, says Zelenskyy92 articles
Ukraine unter massivem Beschuss: Russen und Ukrainer kommen in Abu Dhabi zusammen44 articles
Дабы договориться41 articles
+ 17 more
Russia Accepts Trump's Request to Pause Strikes on Kyiv, Confusion Over DurationJan 29 · 2 news events · 41 articles
Zwei Tage statt einer Woche?: Kremls Waffenruhe-Bestätigung sorgt für Verwirrung26 articles
Η Ρωσία αποδέχθηκε το αίτημα Τραμπ15 articles
Trump Claims He Convinced Putin to Pause Kyiv Strikes in 'Frost Truce'Jan 29 · 1 news events · 9 articles
Tregua del gelo a Kiev, sette giorni senza bombardamenti russi. Trump assicura: "Ho convinto Putin"9 articles
Zelenskyy Says Russia Ignored Trump's Request for Energy Ceasefire, Strikes Will Affect Abu Dhabi TalksJan 30 · 10 news events · 90 articles
Россия проигнорировала просьбу Трампа - Зеленский19 articles
Перемирие с РФ: президент сделал новое заявление17 articles
Москва обрала терор та ескалацію - Зеленський13 articles
Дати належну оцінку злочинам агресора7 articles
Zelenskiy says Russia largely observing energy ceasefire ahead of peace talks7 articles
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Wittkoff and Kushner Depart Geneva as US Acknowledges Talks More Difficult Than ExpectedFeb 1 · 6 news events · 94 articles
Самолет Уиткоффа и Кушнера вылетел из Женевы53 articles
Next Russia-Ukraine talks will go ahead without Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner13 articles
Зеленски не е удовлетворен от преговорите с Русия8 articles
Переговори щодо війни в Україні виявилися складнішими, ніж очікували у США - Венс | УНН8 articles
Война в Украине: Венс рассказал о приказе Трампа7 articles
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Geneva Talks Described as 'Political Theater' as Ceasefire Negotiations Stall on Political TrackFeb 12 · 11 news events · 89 articles
Ucraina, accordo politico lontano dopo il secondo round di colloqui18 articles
Vor Verhandlungen in Genf: Moskau verweist auf Gebietsfragen11 articles
Зеленскому понизил статус встреч украинцев с Россией и США10 articles
Зеленский: Даже националисты не доверяют Путину8 articles
le négociateur ukrainien fait état de "progrès" après les négociations de Genève7 articles
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Zelenskyy Says Geneva Talks Were Substantive on Military Track but Difficult OverallFeb 17 · 7 news events · 70 articles
Ουκρανός διαπραγματευτής στη Γενεύη: Υπήρξε πρόοδος - Δεν μπορούν να αποκαλυφθούν λεπτομέρειες - Real.gr15 articles
Zelenski anuncia más contactos con Rusia y EEUU en Ginebra en los próximos diez días14 articles
Ζελένσκι: Επικριτικός για την έκβαση των διαπραγματεύσεων στη Γενεύη -Κατηγορεί τη Ρωσία για κωλυσιεργία - Ελεύθερος Τύπος14 articles
Ukraine-Gespräche in Genf: Erster Verhandlungstag beendet8 articles
Zelenszkij szerint történt előrelépés a genfi tűzszüneti tárgyalásokon7 articles
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ISW: Putin Believes Russian Economy Can Sustain Prolonged War, Using Talks to Distract TrumpFeb 6 · 4 news events · 56 articles
Russia thinks it can outsmart the US during Ukraine peace talks, a...34 articles
Переговори з РФ - Кремль притримується старих військових цілей - ISW9 articles
РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW8 articles
Путін переконаний, що економіка Росії витримає затяжну війну: в ISW пояснили, як Кремль відволікає увагу Трампа5 articles
ISW: Russia Seeks to Turn Ukraine into 'Another Belarus,' Warns Against Security GuaranteesFeb 6 · 1 news events · 8 articles
РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW8 articles
+ 15 more stories
Evidence (11 stories)
Russia Builds Up Military Infrastructure Near Finnish NATO Border as Medvedev Issues ThreatsFeb 2 · 1 news events · 5 articles
An finnischer Nato-Grenze: Russland baut offenbar Basen aus - und Medwedew droht5 articles
UK Doubles Troop Presence in Norway, Launches Major Arctic Exercise to Counter Russian ThreatFeb 9 · 2 news events · 226 articles
UK steps up defence of Arctic and High North from rising Russian threats202 articles
Ukraine war briefing: UK promises to double troop numbers in Norway to deter Putin24 articles
Norway Says It Cannot Rule Out Russian Invasion, Cites Threat to High NorthFeb 10 · 1 news events · 18 articles
Νορβηγία: "Δεν αποκλείουμε εισβολή της Ρωσίας"18 articles
Russian Duma Speaker Volodin Calls for Use of 'Weapons of Retribution' Against UkraineJan 30 · 3 news events · 60 articles
В Госдуме призывают применить "оружие возмездия"44 articles
Натякають на ядерку: у Держдумі РФ наполягають на застосуванні "зброї відплати" проти України11 articles
Rusia amenință Ucraina cu așa-numitele "arme ale răzbunării"5 articles
European Leaders Debate Nuclear Deterrence as Russia Reportedly Moves Weapons Closer to EU BorderFeb 15 · 2 news events · 25 articles
Putin 'is about to deploy nuclear weapons close to EU border'14 articles
Nuklearna zaštita Europe ima visoku cijenu i još viši rizik. Tko bi pritisnuo gumb?11 articles
US and Russia Agree to Resume High-Level Military Dialogue at Abu Dhabi TalksFeb 5 · 2 news events · 38 articles
Les Etats-Unis et la Russie vont reprendre un dialogue militaire de haut niveau (Pentagone)23 articles
Россия и США обсудили продление ДСНВ15 articles
Lavrov Says Russia Will Respect New START Limits as Long as US DoesFeb 5 · 2 news events · 36 articles
Λαβρόφ: Η Ρωσία δεν θα παραβιάσει τα όρια της συνθήκης New START όσο δεν το κάνουν οι ΗΠΑ | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ21 articles
Россия и США обсудили продление ДСНВ15 articles
Ukraine Announces New Sanctions Against Russia and Expands Measures Targeting Lukashenko's CircleFeb 8 · 7 news events · 117 articles
Україна ввела нові санкції проти Росії 8 лютого31 articles
Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles31 articles
Κυρώσεις από τους Ουκρανούς σε ξένους προμηθευτές ρωσικών πυραύλων27 articles
New sanctions will target Lukashenko's circle including sons, Zelenskyy says9 articles
Зеленский объявил о новых санкциях против РФ -- 29 российских субъектов и 15 организаций | УНН7 articles
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Munich Security Conference Opens Under Shadow of Trump's Shifting World OrderFeb 9 · 8 news events · 127 articles
Europe's Leaders Gather At Munich Summit, Reeling From Trump's Criticism43 articles
Americanii se întorc în haită "la locul faptei": Locul unde a început marea ruptură cu Europa27 articles
Trumpov zaokret prijeti Europi uoči ključne sigurnosne konferencije17 articles
Múnich, un test para el 'cambio de mentalidad' de Europa hacia el rearme que anhela Trump13 articles
Röttgen erwartet scharfe US-Rede auf Sicherheitskonferenz10 articles
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Rubio's Munich Speech Draws Mixed European Reactions Over NATO and Transatlantic PartnershipFeb 9 · 28 news events · 569 articles
آمریکا: اروپا باید روند افول خود را معکوس کند87 articles
US-Außenminister Rubio spricht am zweiten Tag der Münchner Sicherheitskonferenz72 articles
Live updates: Trump administration news, DHS on brink of shutdown as ICE's Minnesota crackdown ends54 articles
Mientras Rubio intenta enmendarse, China busca cortejar a Europa | CNN52 articles
رسائل روبيو في ميونخ.. نحن أبناء أوروبا لكن بشروط ترمب44 articles
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+ 1 more stories
Evidence (9 stories)
NATO Secretary General Visits Kyiv, Outlines Post-Ceasefire Military Support PlanFeb 3 · 1 news events · 6 articles
NATO-főtitkár Kijevben: megvan a terv katonák küldésére Ukrajnába6 articles
NATO Secretary General Rutte Addresses Ukrainian Parliament, Warns Peace Will Require Hard ChoicesFeb 3 · 2 news events · 18 articles
Στο Κίεβο ο Ρούτε - Ομιλία στην ουκρανική Βουλή12 articles
Марк Рюте с реч пред украинския парламент6 articles
Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Has Done Everything Required for NATO Membership, Ball Now in Partners' CourtFeb 19 · 1 news events · 13 articles
Украина сделала все для вступления в НАТО, теперь мяч на стороне партнеров, - Зеленский13 articles
Munich Security Conference Opens Under Shadow of Trump's Shifting World OrderFeb 9 · 8 news events · 127 articles
Europe's Leaders Gather At Munich Summit, Reeling From Trump's Criticism43 articles
Americanii se întorc în haită "la locul faptei": Locul unde a început marea ruptură cu Europa27 articles
Trumpov zaokret prijeti Europi uoči ključne sigurnosne konferencije17 articles
Múnich, un test para el 'cambio de mentalidad' de Europa hacia el rearme que anhela Trump13 articles
Röttgen erwartet scharfe US-Rede auf Sicherheitskonferenz10 articles
+ 3 more
Rubio's Munich Speech Draws Mixed European Reactions Over NATO and Transatlantic PartnershipFeb 9 · 28 news events · 569 articles
آمریکا: اروپا باید روند افول خود را معکوس کند87 articles
US-Außenminister Rubio spricht am zweiten Tag der Münchner Sicherheitskonferenz72 articles
Live updates: Trump administration news, DHS on brink of shutdown as ICE's Minnesota crackdown ends54 articles
Mientras Rubio intenta enmendarse, China busca cortejar a Europa | CNN52 articles
رسائل روبيو في ميونخ.. نحن أبناء أوروبا لكن بشروط ترمب44 articles
+ 23 more
Munich Security Conference Closes Amid Transatlantic Divisions and Ukraine War DebateFeb 12 · 24 news events · 505 articles
Marco Rubio y JD Vance: dos discursos en Múnich, dos caminos hacia 2028122 articles
Rubio appelle les Européens à rejoindre le combat de Trump72 articles
Марко Рубио в Мюнхене: "США и Европа - единое целое"50 articles
Rubio a Monaco tende la mano: 'Siamo legati, vogliamo un'Europa forte' - Notizie - Ansa.it40 articles
- Han er borte om tre år29 articles
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Ukraine Announces New Sanctions Against Russia and Expands Measures Targeting Lukashenko's CircleFeb 8 · 7 news events · 117 articles
Україна ввела нові санкції проти Росії 8 лютого31 articles
Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles31 articles
Κυρώσεις από τους Ουκρανούς σε ξένους προμηθευτές ρωσικών πυραύλων27 articles
New sanctions will target Lukashenko's circle including sons, Zelenskyy says9 articles
Зеленский объявил о новых санкциях против РФ -- 29 российских субъектов и 15 организаций | УНН7 articles
+ 2 more
Russia Builds Up Military Infrastructure Near Finnish NATO Border as Medvedev Issues ThreatsFeb 2 · 1 news events · 5 articles
An finnischer Nato-Grenze: Russland baut offenbar Basen aus - und Medwedew droht5 articles
UK Doubles Troop Presence in Norway, Launches Major Arctic Exercise to Counter Russian ThreatFeb 9 · 2 news events · 226 articles
UK steps up defence of Arctic and High North from rising Russian threats202 articles
Ukraine war briefing: UK promises to double troop numbers in Norway to deter Putin24 articles
Evidence (25 stories)
Witkoff Meets Russian Envoy Dmitriev in Florida, Calls Talks 'Fruitful and Constructive'Jan 31 · 6 news events · 169 articles
Уиткофф оценил переговоры с Дмитриевым66 articles
Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 16:10 Kreml-Gesandter spricht mit US-Vertretern in Florida +++31 articles
Des pourparlers en cours entre l'émissaire russe Dmitriev et des responsables américains à Miami25 articles
ويتكوف: اجتماع "مثمر وبناء" مع مبعوث روسي في فلوريدا24 articles
Ruský a americký vyslanec rokovali v USA, schôdzku označili za produktívnu15 articles
+ 1 more
Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks Open as Ukraine, US, and Russia Begin New Negotiating RoundJan 31 · 22 news events · 824 articles
美俄烏三方會談推遲 關鍵分歧仍無解 | 聯合新聞網274 articles
US To Mediate Another Peace Negotiation Between Ukraine & Russia124 articles
Further Russia-Ukraine talks scheduled for next week, says Zelenskyy92 articles
Ukraine unter massivem Beschuss: Russen und Ukrainer kommen in Abu Dhabi zusammen44 articles
Дабы договориться41 articles
+ 17 more
Wittkoff and Kushner Depart Geneva as US Acknowledges Talks More Difficult Than ExpectedFeb 1 · 6 news events · 94 articles
Самолет Уиткоффа и Кушнера вылетел из Женевы53 articles
Next Russia-Ukraine talks will go ahead without Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner13 articles
Зеленски не е удовлетворен от преговорите с Русия8 articles
Переговори щодо війни в Україні виявилися складнішими, ніж очікували у США - Венс | УНН8 articles
Война в Украине: Венс рассказал о приказе Трампа7 articles
+ 1 more
Geneva Talks Described as 'Political Theater' as Ceasefire Negotiations Stall on Political TrackFeb 12 · 11 news events · 89 articles
Ucraina, accordo politico lontano dopo il secondo round di colloqui18 articles
Vor Verhandlungen in Genf: Moskau verweist auf Gebietsfragen11 articles
Зеленскому понизил статус встреч украинцев с Россией и США10 articles
Зеленский: Даже националисты не доверяют Путину8 articles
le négociateur ukrainien fait état de "progrès" après les négociations de Genève7 articles
+ 6 more
Zelenskyy Says Geneva Talks Were Substantive on Military Track but Difficult OverallFeb 17 · 7 news events · 70 articles
Ουκρανός διαπραγματευτής στη Γενεύη: Υπήρξε πρόοδος - Δεν μπορούν να αποκαλυφθούν λεπτομέρειες - Real.gr15 articles
Zelenski anuncia más contactos con Rusia y EEUU en Ginebra en los próximos diez días14 articles
Ζελένσκι: Επικριτικός για την έκβαση των διαπραγματεύσεων στη Γενεύη -Κατηγορεί τη Ρωσία για κωλυσιεργία - Ελεύθερος Τύπος14 articles
Ukraine-Gespräche in Genf: Erster Verhandlungstag beendet8 articles
Zelenszkij szerint történt előrelépés a genfi tűzszüneti tárgyalásokon7 articles
+ 2 more
Reports Claim Washington Pressuring Kyiv to Withdraw Forces from DonbasFeb 16 · 5 news events · 40 articles
Zelensky: VS en Rusland zetten Oekraïne nog steeds onder druk om Donbas op te geven10 articles
Зеленский: США и Россия требуют одного и того же9 articles
Зеленский высказался о выводе войск из Донбасса8 articles
Зеленский объяснил, почему Украина не может выйти из Донбасса7 articles
На Украине раскрыли план Зеленского в Донбассе6 articles
Zelenskyy Accuses Trump of Applying Unjustified Pressure Over War SettlementFeb 17 · 1 news events · 43 articles
زيلينسكي يتهم ترامب بممارسة ضغوطا غير مبررة عليه43 articles
Zelenskyy Distances Himself from Trump, Says US Leader Is Not His AllyFeb 18 · 6 news events · 89 articles
Ukraine's Zelensky says Trump exerting undue pressure on him57 articles
Зеленский отказался считать Трампа союзником9 articles
Рубіо: Трамп не розуміє, чому Україна і Росія не можуть закінчити війну8 articles
Зеленский оскорбил Трампа и понадеялся на его уход с поста5 articles
Рубио: Трамп не понимает, почему Украина и Россия не могут закончить войну5 articles
+ 1 more
Zelenskyy Reiterates Ukraine Will Not Hand Donbas to RussiaJan 30 · 2 news events · 24 articles
Зеленский отказался отдать Донбасс17 articles
Зеленский сделал жесткое заявление о судьбе Донбасса7 articles
Україні присудили премію Евальда фон Кляйста17 articles
Munich Security Conference presents Ewald von Kleist Award to Ukraine, remembering victims of war8 articles
Münchner Sicherheitskonferenz: Ewald-von-Kleist-Preis für Widerstand der Ukrainer5 articles
Володимир Зеленски прие голямата награда на Мюнхенската конференция5 articles
+ 15 more stories
Evidence (20 stories)
Munich Security Conference Opens Under Shadow of Trump's Shifting World OrderFeb 9 · 8 news events · 127 articles
Europe's Leaders Gather At Munich Summit, Reeling From Trump's Criticism43 articles
Americanii se întorc în haită "la locul faptei": Locul unde a început marea ruptură cu Europa27 articles
Trumpov zaokret prijeti Europi uoči ključne sigurnosne konferencije17 articles
Múnich, un test para el 'cambio de mentalidad' de Europa hacia el rearme que anhela Trump13 articles
Röttgen erwartet scharfe US-Rede auf Sicherheitskonferenz10 articles
+ 3 more
Rubio's Munich Speech Draws Mixed European Reactions Over NATO and Transatlantic PartnershipFeb 9 · 28 news events · 569 articles
آمریکا: اروپا باید روند افول خود را معکوس کند87 articles
US-Außenminister Rubio spricht am zweiten Tag der Münchner Sicherheitskonferenz72 articles
Live updates: Trump administration news, DHS on brink of shutdown as ICE's Minnesota crackdown ends54 articles
Mientras Rubio intenta enmendarse, China busca cortejar a Europa | CNN52 articles
رسائل روبيو في ميونخ.. نحن أبناء أوروبا لكن بشروط ترمب44 articles
+ 23 more
Zelenskyy Reiterates Ukraine Will Not Hand Donbas to RussiaJan 30 · 2 news events · 24 articles
Зеленский отказался отдать Донбасс17 articles
Зеленский сделал жесткое заявление о судьбе Донбасса7 articles
Reports Claim Washington Pressuring Kyiv to Withdraw Forces from DonbasFeb 16 · 5 news events · 40 articles
Zelensky: VS en Rusland zetten Oekraïne nog steeds onder druk om Donbas op te geven10 articles
Зеленский: США и Россия требуют одного и того же9 articles
Зеленский высказался о выводе войск из Донбасса8 articles
Зеленский объяснил, почему Украина не может выйти из Донбасса7 articles
На Украине раскрыли план Зеленского в Донбассе6 articles
Zelenskyy Accuses Trump of Applying Unjustified Pressure Over War SettlementFeb 17 · 1 news events · 43 articles
زيلينسكي يتهم ترامب بممارسة ضغوطا غير مبررة عليه43 articles
Zelenskyy Distances Himself from Trump, Says US Leader Is Not His AllyFeb 18 · 6 news events · 89 articles
Ukraine's Zelensky says Trump exerting undue pressure on him57 articles
Зеленский отказался считать Трампа союзником9 articles
Рубіо: Трамп не розуміє, чому Україна і Росія не можуть закінчити війну8 articles
Зеленский оскорбил Трампа и понадеялся на его уход с поста5 articles
Рубио: Трамп не понимает, почему Украина и Россия не могут закончить войну5 articles
+ 1 more
Witkoff Meets Russian Envoy Dmitriev in Florida, Calls Talks 'Fruitful and Constructive'Jan 31 · 6 news events · 169 articles
Уиткофф оценил переговоры с Дмитриевым66 articles
Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 16:10 Kreml-Gesandter spricht mit US-Vertretern in Florida +++31 articles
Des pourparlers en cours entre l'émissaire russe Dmitriev et des responsables américains à Miami25 articles
ويتكوف: اجتماع "مثمر وبناء" مع مبعوث روسي في فلوريدا24 articles
Ruský a americký vyslanec rokovali v USA, schôdzku označili za produktívnu15 articles
+ 1 more
Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks Open as Ukraine, US, and Russia Begin New Negotiating RoundJan 31 · 22 news events · 824 articles
美俄烏三方會談推遲 關鍵分歧仍無解 | 聯合新聞網274 articles
US To Mediate Another Peace Negotiation Between Ukraine & Russia124 articles
Further Russia-Ukraine talks scheduled for next week, says Zelenskyy92 articles
Ukraine unter massivem Beschuss: Russen und Ukrainer kommen in Abu Dhabi zusammen44 articles
Дабы договориться41 articles
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Wittkoff and Kushner Depart Geneva as US Acknowledges Talks More Difficult Than ExpectedFeb 1 · 6 news events · 94 articles
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Zelenskyy Accuses Trump of Applying Unjustified Pressure Over War SettlementFeb 17 · 1 news events · 43 articles
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Munich Security Conference Opens Under Shadow of Trump's Shifting World Order
Feb 9 · 8 news events · 127 articles
The Munich Security Conference convened one year after US Vice President Vance's controversial speech, with European leaders again grappling with the implications of the Trump administration's approach to NATO and transatlantic relations. Analysts described the conference as taking place amid a fundamental rupture in the US-Europe relationship.
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Munich Security Conference Closes Amid Transatlantic Divisions and Ukraine War DebateFeb 12 · 24 news events · 505 articles
The three-day Munich Security Conference concluded with over a thousand participants, featuring sharp debates over US-Europe relations, Ukraine peace prospects, and European defense autonomy. EU officials expressed skepticism about appointing an EU envoy for Ukraine negotiations.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz opened the 62nd Munich Security Conference with a stark warning that the rules-based international order has collapsed and that the gap between Europe and the United States has deepened. Merz called on the United States and European allies to take the shifting geopolitical moment seriously.
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EU-US Relations in Crisis as Munich Security Conference Highlights Transatlantic RiftFeb 14 · 4 news events · 28 articles
Analysis following the Munich Security Conference described EU-US relations as being in a trust crisis, with the Trump administration having fundamentally altered transatlantic ties. European officials expressed concern about the reliability of US security commitments.
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Zelenskyy Addresses Munich Security Conference, Calls Putin 'Slave of War' and Warns of EscalationFeb 14 · 6 news events · 65 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy delivered a major address at the Munich Security Conference, calling Putin a 'slave of war' who consults historical tsars more than living advisers, and warning that the longer the war continues, the more dangerous Putin's evolution becomes. He also stated that Russia loses 156 soldiers for every kilometer of occupied Ukrainian territory in the Donetsk direction.
Zelenskyy Acknowledges Trump Pressure, Says Ukrainians Would Not Forgive US for Forcing Donbas ConcessionsFeb 14 · 4 news events · 35 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy publicly acknowledged feeling some pressure from US President Trump over the war settlement, while warning that Ukrainians would not forgive the United States if it forced Kyiv to cede Donbas to Russia. Zelenskyy also described Trump's preferred approach as reaching a peace agreement 'immediately' in a single deal.
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Kallas Pushes Back on US 'Euro-Bashing' at Munich Security ConferenceFeb 15 · 4 news events · 122 articles
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejected American criticism of Europe at the Munich Security Conference, saying other countries 'look up to' Europe and dismissing claims of European 'civilisational erasure.' Kallas also called for limits on the size of the Russian army in any peace settlement.
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Vance Says US Problem with Europe Is Not About Disliking EuropeFeb 15 · 6 news events · 58 articles
US Vice President J.D. Vance addressed transatlantic tensions, joking about playing 'bad cop' to Secretary of State Rubio's 'good cop' role, while clarifying that US frustrations with Europe are not rooted in animosity. His remarks came amid ongoing disputes over European defense spending and Ukraine policy.
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Rubio: EE. UU. no le pide a Europa que sea un "vasallo"
US Vice President Vance Demands More from Europe on DefenseFeb 15 · 3 news events · 20 articles
US Vice President JD Vance issued sharp remarks calling on European nations to contribute more to their own defense, amid ongoing tensions over burden-sharing between Washington and its European allies.
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Statele Unite nu doresc ca Europa să le fie un vasal, ci un aliat cu o apărare proprie puternică
Trump's Peace Council Holds Inaugural Meeting on February 19
Feb 7 · 3 news events · 37 articles
US President Donald Trump's newly established Peace Council held its first meeting on February 19, 2026, as part of broader US-led diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
European States Divided Over EU Representation at Trump's Peace CouncilFeb 15 · 1 news events · 70 articles
European states were divided over whether an EU official should attend the inaugural meeting of Donald Trump's 'Peace Council,' reflecting broader tensions between Washington and Brussels over the Ukraine peace process.
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" Conseil de paix " de Trump: les Etats européens se divisent sur la venue de l'UE à une réunion
Zelenskyy Says War Outcome Still Uncertain, Calls for Foreign Troops Near Front in Any CeasefireFeb 20 · 5 news events · 49 articles
Zelenskyy stated that the outcome of the war remains uncertain but that Ukraine is not losing, and said that in the event of a ceasefire, foreign troops should be positioned close to the front line. He also announced a new round of negotiations with Russia and the US.
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Ζελέσνκι: Δεν υπάρχει πρόοδος στις διαπραγματεύσεις
Russia Signals Possible Withdrawal from Peace Talks Ahead of March 4-5 RoundFeb 26 · 4 news events · 28 articles
Reports indicate Russia may pull out of peace negotiations, with the next round of talks scheduled for March 4-5 described as potentially decisive for reaching a peace agreement. Zelenskyy confirmed the upcoming trilateral round and called for increased pressure on Moscow.
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Rosjanie i Ukraińcy "oko w oko". Pierwszy komunikat, oskarżenia Ławrowa
ISW: Putin Believes Russian Economy Can Sustain Prolonged War, Using Talks to Distract Trump
Feb 6 · 4 news events · 56 articles
The Institute for the Study of War assessed that Putin believes Russia's economy can withstand a long war and is using peace talk overtures to distract the Trump administration, warning that any Ukrainian concession on Donetsk would only lead to further Russian demands.
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Russia thinks it can outsmart the US during Ukraine peace talks, a...
ISW: Russia Seeks to Turn Ukraine into 'Another Belarus,' Warns Against Security GuaranteesFeb 6 · 1 news events · 8 articles
The Institute for the Study of War assessed that Russia's strategic goal is to transform Ukraine into a puppet state similar to Belarus. The Kremlin is reportedly seeking to convince the United States and Europe not to agree to security guarantees for Ukraine as part of any peace settlement.
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РФ хоче перетворити Україну на "ще одну Білорусь", - ISW
Report: Russia Believes It Can Outsmart US in Ukraine Peace NegotiationsFeb 7 · 1 news events · 34 articles
Russian officials have no genuine desire to halt the invasion and believe they can outmaneuver the United States during peace talks, according to an Associated Press report. The assessment aligns with broader intelligence warnings that Moscow is using negotiations to buy time rather than reach a settlement.
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Intelligence Report: Russia Using Peace Talks to Buy Time, Has No Intention of Ending WarFeb 10 · 1 news events · 5 articles
A spy report assessed that Russia is exploiting peace negotiations as a tool for manipulation and to restore relations with the United States, while having no genuine intention of ending the war in Ukraine.
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Russia Aims Only to 'Buy Time' in Peace Talks, Spy Report Says
Lavrov: Russia Has 'No Deadline' for Ending the War, Only TasksFeb 11 · 6 news events · 51 articles
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Moscow has no timeline for ending the conflict in Ukraine, only objectives it is in the process of fulfilling, pushing back against Western media reports about negotiation deadlines.
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US and Russia Agree to Resume High-Level Military Dialogue at Abu Dhabi Talks
Feb 5 · 2 news events · 38 articles
On the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi peace talks, the United States and Russia agreed to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue. The two countries also discussed the possible extension of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty.
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Lavrov Says Russia Will Respect New START Limits as Long as US DoesFeb 5 · 2 news events · 36 articles
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Russia will continue to observe its moratorium on violating the limits of the New START nuclear arms treaty as long as the United States does the same.
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Λαβρόφ: Η Ρωσία δεν θα παραβιάσει τα όρια της συνθήκης New START όσο δεν το κάνουν οι ΗΠΑ | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ
Rubio Says US Will Negotiate New Nuclear Arms Control Treaty from Position of StrengthFeb 6 · 2 news events · 19 articles
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced via social media that the United States will approach negotiations on a new offensive arms reduction treaty from a position of strength. The statement signals Washington's intent to pursue a successor agreement to New START on its own terms.
A nationwide poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology between January 23–29 found that 61% of Ukrainians trust President Zelenskyy. The survey provides a snapshot of domestic political support for the wartime leader amid ongoing peace negotiations.
Poll Shows Zelenskyy Would Lose Elections to Parties Led by Zaluzhnyi, Poroshenko, and BudanovFeb 9 · 2 news events · 13 articles
A survey by New Image Marketing Group found that parties associated with former Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former President Petro Poroshenko's European Solidarity, and a party linked to intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov would outperform Zelenskyy's party in hypothetical elections.
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Партія Залужного, "Євросолідарність" і партія Буданова лідирують у рейтингу -- опитування
Ukrainian Businessman Claims Bribes Were Passed to Zelenskyy Through Former SBU Chief BakanovFeb 9 · 2 news events · 16 articles
A Ukrainian businessman alleged that former Security Service of Ukraine chief Ivan Bakanov had passed bribes to President Zelenskyy, with some funds reportedly flowing through the Presidential Office. The claims added to existing corruption allegations surrounding Zelenskyy's inner circle.
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Украинский бизнесмен рассказал о взятках Зеленскому
Zelenskyy's Popularity and Political Standing Scrutinized Amid War and Peace PressuresFeb 12 · 5 news events · 34 articles
Ukrainian commentary examined Zelenskyy's close attention to approval ratings and public standing as peace negotiations intensify and his political position faces scrutiny. The analysis noted the tension between wartime leadership demands and the president's apparent sensitivity to domestic political metrics.
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FT Reports Arrest of Former Energy Minister Galushchenko Has Weakened Zelenskyy's PositionFeb 16 · 1 news events · 12 articles
The Financial Times reported that the arrest of former Ukrainian Energy Minister Herman Galushchenko has significantly undermined President Zelenskyy's political standing and strengthened his critics. The report suggests the arrest has deepened divisions within Ukraine's political establishment.
Economist Reports Ukrainian Negotiating Delegation Split into Two Rival FactionsFeb 17 · 2 news events · 22 articles
The Economist reported that Ukraine's negotiating delegation has divided into two competing coalitions — a 'Budanov group' and an 'Yermak wing' — with the Yermak-aligned negotiators reportedly less interested in reaching a deal. The split has emerged as Moscow presses Kyiv on territorial concessions in Donetsk.
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Zelenskyy Denies Divisions in Ukrainian Negotiating Team, Calls Reports a Russian NarrativeFeb 17 · 4 news events · 34 articles
President Zelenskyy rejected a report by The Economist alleging internal disagreements within Ukraine's negotiating delegation, calling the narrative a Russian information operation. He insisted the Ukrainian team remains unified in its approach to peace talks.
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Zaluzhnyi Reveals 2023 Counteroffensive Failed Due to Zelenskyy's Interference, Claims Injury After Presidential CallFeb 18 · 5 news events · 105 articles
Former Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi gave an interview to the Associated Press revealing that the 2023 counteroffensive failed because President Zelenskyy interfered with military decisions. Separately, Russian-sourced reports claimed Zaluzhnyi was wounded in 2023 during a call from Zelenskyy's office.
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Reports Warn of Coup Preparations Against Zelenskyy Amid Weakening PositionFeb 20 · 3 news events · 24 articles
A former Soviet adviser warned that a coup is being prepared in Ukraine to overthrow President Zelenskyy as his political position weakens under war pressures and diplomatic strains.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping made a statement on Ukraine peace negotiations as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, visiting Beijing, urged China to use its influence to help end the war. Merz expressed confidence that Beijing can exert meaningful pressure on Moscow.
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Xi Jinping and Putin Hold Video Call, Praise Bilateral Ties as Stabilizing ForceFeb 4 · 6 news events · 90 articles
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video call on February 4, 2026, lasting nearly ninety minutes, in which they praised their bilateral relationship and described it as a stabilizing factor in world affairs. The call took place on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi peace talks.
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Xi et Poutine louent une relation bénéfique à la " stabilité " mondiale
China Pledges Aid to Ukraine While US Officials Warn Beijing Is Fueling Russia's WarFeb 14 · 1 news events · 11 articles
China announced aid pledges to Ukraine while US officials warned that Beijing is quietly supporting Russia's war effort. The contradictory signals from China have complicated diplomatic efforts and raised questions about Beijing's true role in the conflict.
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China pledges aid to Ukraine as US officials warn Beijing is quietly fueling Russia's war
Report: Chinese State Firm Exported Rocket Production Line to Belarus, Raising Concerns Over Russia SupportFeb 23 · 1 news events · 5 articles
A report citing Japanese media revealed evidence that a Chinese state-owned enterprise exported a large-scale rocket ammunition production line to Belarus, Russia's close ally, potentially contradicting Beijing's stated position of non-involvement in the Ukraine war. The findings are expected to intensify US and European pressure on China.
NATO Secretary General Visits Kyiv, Outlines Post-Ceasefire Military Support Plan
Feb 3 · 1 news events · 6 articles
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Kyiv, where discussions included plans for NATO member states willing to send armed forces, aircraft, and naval support to Ukraine immediately after a peace agreement is reached. The visit came as the Kremlin had broken its promise to refrain from striking energy infrastructure.
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NATO-főtitkár Kijevben: megvan a terv katonák küldésére Ukrajnába
Putin Divides 'Coalition of the Willing' Over Peacekeeping Force ApprovalFeb 26 · 1 news events · 5 articles
Plans to deploy a peacekeeping force in Ukraine have stalled after allies acknowledged that any deployment would require Vladimir Putin's approval, with a growing number of 'Coalition of the Willing' members expressing reservations.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Kyiv, where discussions included plans for NATO member states willing to send armed forces, aircraft, and naval support to Ukraine immediately after a peace agreement is reached. The visit came as the Kremlin had broken its promise to refrain from striking energy infrastructure.
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NATO-főtitkár Kijevben: megvan a terv katonák küldésére Ukrajnába
NATO Secretary General Rutte Addresses Ukrainian Parliament, Warns Peace Will Require Hard ChoicesFeb 3 · 2 news events · 18 articles
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Kyiv and addressed the Ukrainian Rada, stating that reaching a peace agreement with Russia will require difficult decisions. Rutte's visit came amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and continued Russian attacks.
Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Has Done Everything Required for NATO Membership, Ball Now in Partners' CourtFeb 19 · 1 news events · 13 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has fulfilled all necessary requirements for NATO membership but acknowledged that the United States does not currently support Ukraine's accession to the Alliance.
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Украина сделала все для вступления в НАТО, теперь мяч на стороне партнеров, - Зеленский
Zelenskyy Reveals Alleged Secret NATO-Russia Document Being Discussed by US and European OfficialsFeb 19 · 2 news events · 15 articles
Zelenskyy posted on X that he is aware of a new document concerning NATO and Russia that American and possibly some European officials are discussing, raising concerns about negotiations being conducted without Ukraine's full involvement.
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Nowy dokument NATO-Rosja za plecami Ukrainy? Mocna zapowiedź Zełenskiego
Wittkoff and Kushner Depart Geneva as US Acknowledges Talks More Difficult Than Expected
Feb 1 · 6 news events · 94 articles
The plane carrying US Special Envoy Steve Wittkoff and Jared Kushner departed Geneva following the latest round of negotiations, as Vice President Vance acknowledged that peace talks have proven significantly more difficult than initially anticipated. Vance said Trump had ordered negotiators to try to 'end the killing,' but key gaps between the parties remain.
Geneva Talks Described as 'Political Theater' as Ceasefire Negotiations Stall on Political TrackFeb 12 · 11 news events · 89 articles
Media reports described the Geneva negotiations as having reached an impasse and becoming 'political theater,' while Zelenskyy acknowledged progress on military ceasefire mechanisms but said political issues — particularly regarding Donbas — remain unresolved. Zelenskyy identified Russia's political demands as the main obstacle to peace.
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Zelenskyy Says Geneva Talks Were Substantive on Military Track but Difficult OverallFeb 17 · 7 news events · 70 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy described the Geneva talks as productive on military issues but 'difficult and tense' overall, accusing Russia of stalling while announcing further contacts with Russia and the US within ten days. Ukrainian negotiator Umerov also confirmed progress had been made but said details could not be disclosed.
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CNN Reports Gradual but Significant Progress in Russia-Ukraine-US Ceasefire Mechanism TalksFeb 19 · 1 news events · 13 articles
CNN reported that trilateral Russia-US-Ukraine negotiations have achieved gradual but significant progress in defining how a ceasefire would function, though key political issues remain unresolved.
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Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine Ahead of Geneva TalksFeb 24 · 2 news events · 12 articles
Russia carried out a large-scale overnight attack involving 420 drones and 39 missiles against Ukraine, according to President Zelenskyy, on the eve of negotiations with the US in Geneva. Ukraine condemned the strike as a demonstration of Russia's lack of genuine commitment to peace.
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Witkoff Meets Russian Envoy Dmitriev in Florida, Calls Talks 'Fruitful and Constructive'
Jan 31 · 6 news events · 169 articles
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian Presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Florida on January 31, 2026, describing the discussions as fruitful and constructive ahead of the next Abu Dhabi round of talks.
Abu Dhabi Trilateral Talks Open as Ukraine, US, and Russia Begin New Negotiating RoundJan 31 · 22 news events · 824 articles
Ukrainian, US, and Russian delegations convened in Abu Dhabi for a new round of trilateral peace talks, with Ukraine's National Security Council Secretary Umerov describing the discussions as 'substantive and productive' and focused on concrete steps. Zelenskyy announced that a prisoner of war exchange is expected soon as a result of the talks.
Ukraine and Russia Agree to First POW Exchange in Five MonthsFeb 4 · 7 news events · 138 articles
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced that Ukraine and Russia agreed during the Abu Dhabi talks to exchange 314 prisoners of war, the first such exchange in approximately five months. The exchange was subsequently carried out, with 157 Ukrainians returned from Russian captivity.
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Уиткофф: Украина и РФ договорились обменять 314 пленных
US and Russia Agree to Resume High-Level Military Dialogue at Abu Dhabi TalksFeb 5 · 2 news events · 38 articles
On the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi peace talks, the United States and Russia agreed to resume high-level military-to-military dialogue. The two countries also discussed the possible extension of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty.
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Les Etats-Unis et la Russie vont reprendre un dialogue militaire de haut niveau (Pentagone)
Russia and Ukraine Broadly Agree on Ceasefire Monitoring Mechanism, Zelenskyy SaysFeb 17 · 1 news events · 7 articles
President Zelenskyy revealed that Russia and Ukraine reached a general agreement on a ceasefire monitoring mechanism during the Abu Dhabi talks, though significant political issues remain unresolved. Zelenskyy described the military track discussions as substantive while acknowledging broader difficulties.
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"В целом договорились": Зеленский раскрыл подробности переговоров в Абу-Даби
Zelenskyy Reiterates Ukraine Will Not Hand Donbas to Russia
Jan 30 · 2 news events · 24 articles
Zelenskyy made a firm statement that Ukraine cannot simply hand control of Donbas to Russia, emphasizing the issue goes beyond territory to questions of sovereignty and the fate of people living there.
President Zelenskyy received a major award at the Munich Security Conference and, in talks with American representatives, rejected any withdrawal from Donbas while demanding 20-year security guarantees as a condition for peace.
Zelenskyy Says Trump's Demands Are Unfair, Ukrainians Would Not Accept One-Sided ConcessionsFeb 9 · 17 news events · 189 articles
Zelenskyy stated that Trump is applying disproportionate pressure on Ukraine and that the Ukrainian people would never accept a peace deal requiring unilateral withdrawals or concessions. He said Russia agreed to only a one-day ceasefire for elections rather than the 60 days Ukraine requested.
Zelenskyy Activates National Security Council Decision on Security Guarantees for UkraineFeb 11 · 2 news events · 51 articles
President Zelenskyy signed into force a National Security and Defense Council decision on security guarantees for Ukraine, a move seen as formalizing Kyiv's position on the security architecture it seeks in any peace settlement.
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Зеленский ввел в действие решение СНБО о гарантиях безопасности для Украины: что это значит
Zelenskyy Says No Deal Better Than a Bad Deal, Prefers War to Unfavorable PeaceFeb 11 · 4 news events · 32 articles
In an interview with The Atlantic, Zelenskyy stated he would rather continue fighting than accept a bad peace agreement, saying Ukraine will not lose and that he prefers war to a poor deal. He also suggested the conflict could end within months if negotiations proceed smoothly.
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Зеленский назвал период, когда может завершиться конфликт на Украине
Zelenskyy Says Ready to Meet Putin But Will Not Cede TerritoryFeb 13 · 19 news events · 131 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated he is prepared to meet Vladimir Putin directly but ruled out any territorial concessions, while calling on the US to exert greater pressure on Moscow. He also expressed belief that Ukraine has a chance to end the war before autumn.
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Zelenskyy Seeks 30-Year US Security Guarantees as Negotiations ContinueFeb 13 · 1 news events · 9 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv is seeking long-term US security guarantees of at least 30 years as part of any peace settlement framework.
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Kiev berupaya dapatkan jaminan keamanan AS setidaknya 30 tahun
Zelenskyy Acknowledges Trump Pressure, Says Ukrainians Would Not Forgive US for Forcing Donbas ConcessionsFeb 14 · 4 news events · 35 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy publicly acknowledged feeling some pressure from US President Trump over the war settlement, while warning that Ukrainians would not forgive the United States if it forced Kyiv to cede Donbas to Russia. Zelenskyy also described Trump's preferred approach as reaching a peace agreement 'immediately' in a single deal.
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Ceder Donbass à Rússia? Ucranianos "não perdoariam os EUA", diz Zelensky
Zelenskyy Wants 20-30 Year Security Guarantees, US Offering 15 YearsFeb 14 · 1 news events · 6 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated at the Munich Security Conference that Ukraine is seeking security guarantees of 20 to 30 years, while the current US proposal offers 15 years. The gap in the duration of security commitments represents one of the outstanding differences in the US-Ukraine peace framework negotiations.
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Zełenski: chcemy dłuższych gwarancji bezpieczeństwa
Zelenskyy Says Ukrainians Would Reject Peace Deal That Amounts to Russian VictoryFeb 16 · 2 news events · 41 articles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in an interview with Axios that the Ukrainian people would reject any peace agreement that could be characterized as a victory for Putin. Zelenskyy reiterated that security guarantees must come before any territorial discussions.
Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Ready for Settlement But Will Not Allow Russia Quick RecoveryFeb 16 · 1 news events · 5 articles
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is prepared to reach a settlement to end the war but will not accept any agreement that gives Russia an opportunity for rapid military recovery, outlining conditions for any acceptable peace deal.
Senior European intelligence officials expressed pessimism at the Munich Security Conference about the likelihood of a peace agreement being reached in 2026 to end Russia's war against Ukraine, according to a Reuters exclusive.
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Exclusive: Top European spies sceptical US will clinch Ukraine peace deal this year
Zelenskyy Says War Could End in Months If Talks Go Smoothly, Accepts Next Round ProposalFeb 11 · 1 news events · 9 articles
Zelenskyy stated he has accepted the US proposal for another round of negotiations and said the conflict could end within months if talks between Moscow, Washington, and Kyiv proceed smoothly, though he expressed uncertainty about whether the Russian delegation would attend.
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Зеленски обяви датата на следващите преговори, Донбас ще бъде главна тема
Zelenskyy Says War Could End by Summer If Russia Shows WillingnessFeb 11 · 5 news events · 81 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that the war could potentially end by summer 2026 if Russia demonstrated genuine willingness to reach a settlement. He accepted a US proposal to host the next round of talks in the United States and said the next step would be a territorial agreement.
Zelenskyy Reportedly Told Ministers to Prepare for Three More Years of WarFeb 20 · 2 news events · 13 articles
According to the Wall Street Journal, Zelenskyy shocked his ministers by telling them to prepare for up to three more years of war, signaling his expectation that the conflict will not end quickly despite ongoing peace negotiations.
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Вторгнення РФ в Україну -- Зеленський не хотів вводити воєнний стан -- останні новини
Zelenskyy Says Putin Has Already Started World War Three in BBC InterviewFeb 21 · 8 news events · 60 articles
In a wide-ranging BBC interview, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy declared that Putin has already started World War Three, arguing Russia seeks to impose a different way of life on the world. He also addressed territorial concessions, the war's trajectory, and his own political position.
Russia Accepts Trump's Request to Pause Strikes on Kyiv, Confusion Over Duration
Jan 29 · 2 news events · 41 articles
Russia officially accepted a US request to halt aerial attacks on Kyiv, though confusion emerged over whether the pause would last two days or a full week. The limited ceasefire was framed as a goodwill gesture amid ongoing peace negotiations.
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Zwei Tage statt einer Woche?: Kremls Waffenruhe-Bestätigung sorgt für Verwirrung
Trump Claims He Convinced Putin to Pause Kyiv Strikes in 'Frost Truce'Jan 29 · 1 news events · 9 articles
A week-long pause in Russian bombardment of Kyiv was dubbed the 'frost truce' by Italian media, with US President Trump claiming credit for convincing Putin to halt strikes. Despite US optimism, peace negotiations continued to struggle with key unresolved issues.
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Tregua del gelo a Kiev, sette giorni senza bombardamenti russi. Trump assicura: "Ho convinto Putin"
Zelenskyy Says Russia Ignored Trump's Request for Energy Ceasefire, Strikes Will Affect Abu Dhabi TalksJan 30 · 10 news events · 90 articles
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that Russia broke a commitment to halt strikes on energy infrastructure for one week, ignoring a request from Trump, and said the massive Russian attack would affect the Ukrainian delegation's approach at the Abu Dhabi negotiations. Zelenskyy accused Russia of choosing terror and escalation over diplomacy.
Ukraine Says Russia Responded to US Energy Ceasefire Initiative with Drone and Missile AttacksFeb 2 · 11 news events · 111 articles
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia responded to a new US initiative for an energy ceasefire with aerial attacks, including drones and missiles. Zelenskyy called for stronger pressure on Russia and clear security guarantees as the real path to ending the killing.
Russia Strikes Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure, Dozens Wounded Including ChildrenFeb 2 · 10 news events · 115 articles
Russia launched large-scale strikes on Ukraine's gas and electricity infrastructure, causing damage across eight regions and wounding dozens of people including children, according to President Zelenskyy.
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Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 03:43 Nächtlicher Raketenangriff in Kiew +++
ISW: Russia Resumes Combined Missile and Drone Strikes on Ukrainian Energy InfrastructureFeb 4 · 1 news events · 10 articles
The Institute for the Study of War reported that Russia resumed its combined missile and drone strike campaign against Ukrainian energy infrastructure, continuing a pattern of targeting civilian systems alongside frontline military operations.
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ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, Map and Update, February 3, 2025
US President Donald Trump stated that Ukraine and Russia may be able to reach an agreement even without the involvement of US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff. Trump also claimed to have personally asked Putin not to strike Kyiv.
Trump Says US Making 'Good Progress' on Russia-Ukraine War, Cites Putin-Zelenskyy Animosity as Main ObstacleFeb 2 · 2 news events · 21 articles
US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House that Washington is making 'good progress' with both sides in the Ukraine conflict, calling it the first time he has said so. Trump acknowledged that deep personal animosity between Putin and Zelenskyy remains the primary obstacle to ending the war.
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الحرب بين روسيا وأوكرانيا.... الأخبار الجيّدة قريبًا
Trump Tells Zelenskyy He Wants War Over in a Month, Next Talks Set for Abu Dhabi in MarchFeb 2 · 28 news events · 347 articles
US President Donald Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a phone call on February 25 that he wants the war ended within a month, with the next round of trilateral negotiations scheduled for early March in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy confirmed the call and said Ukrainian negotiators would meet with US officials on Thursday to discuss post-war reconstruction and peace framework details.
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Ukraine unter massivem Beschuss: Russen und Ukrainer kommen in Abu Dhabi zusammen
US Aims for Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal by March, Discusses May Elections in UkraineFeb 6 · 4 news events · 58 articles
American and Ukrainian negotiators have discussed an ambitious goal of reaching a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement by March 2026, with Washington also pushing for simultaneous general elections and a referendum in Ukraine as early as May. Reports indicate the US wants the war resolved before its attention shifts to domestic midterm election preparations.
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US Aims For Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal In March: Report
Trump Pressures Zelenskyy to 'Move' on Peace Deal, Says Russia Wants AgreementFeb 11 · 8 news events · 173 articles
US President Donald Trump publicly called on Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to make concessions and act quickly toward a peace settlement, warning he would miss an opportunity if he did not move. Reports indicated the Trump administration was increasing pressure on Ukraine to agree to concessions ahead of new negotiations.
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Trump avisa Zelensky que tem de "se mexer" se quiser alcançar um acordo de paz com a Rússia
Zelenskyy indicated that Ukraine could hold elections after two months of a ceasefire, addressing Russian and other critics who have questioned his legitimacy as president given that wartime conditions have prevented scheduled elections. Russia has continued to claim Zelenskyy lacks democratic legitimacy.
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Зеленский о выборах: дайте нам два месяца перемирия
Zelenskyy Says He Has Not Ruled Out Running for President Again After WarFeb 1 · 2 news events · 13 articles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated he is thinking about whether to run for a second presidential term, saying he has not yet made a concrete decision but has not excluded the possibility.
Zelenskyy Says Elections Possible After Two Months of Ceasefire and Security Guarantee ConfirmationFeb 11 · 4 news events · 39 articles
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will hold elections only after a ceasefire is confirmed and security guarantees are in place, responding to questions about the legitimacy of his continued rule under martial law. Western media reported that Kyiv is preparing for possible elections following a US ultimatum.
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Waffenruhe und Sicherheit: Selenskyj stellt Bedingungen für Wahlen in Ukraine
Zelenskyy Plans to Announce Election and Referendum Schedule on February 24, Reports SayFeb 11 · 10 news events · 272 articles
The Financial Times reported that Zelenskyy plans to announce a presidential election and peace referendum schedule on February 24, though Zelenskyy himself said he had not heard of this plan. Ukraine's Rada was reportedly preparing legal changes to enable wartime elections in March and April.
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Elecciones en Ucrania a cambio de tregua: ¿Qué pretende Zelenski con este movimiento?
Zelenskyy Says Russians Want to Replace Him, Warns Against Elections During WarFeb 19 · 1 news events · 9 articles
In an interview with British journalist Piers Morgan, Zelenskyy said he believes Russia wants to replace him and questioned whether Ukraine's partners should weigh in on the elections issue. He reiterated that holding elections during wartime would be inappropriate.
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"Росіяни хочуть замінити мене": Зеленський про вибори та перемир'я
Zelenskyy called for an energy ceasefire and stated Ukraine is ready to suspend strikes on Russian energy infrastructure if Moscow agrees to reciprocate, following Trump's reported request to Putin for a one-week energy ceasefire.
Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Ready to Halt Strikes If Russia ReciprocatesJan 30 · 5 news events · 41 articles
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is seriously committed to ending the war and is ready to refrain from striking Russian territory, but questioned whether Russia shares that intent after Moscow launched a massive bombardment on the same day as the Geneva talks.
Ukraine Says Russia Responded to US Energy Ceasefire Initiative with Drone and Missile AttacksFeb 2 · 11 news events · 111 articles
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia responded to a new US initiative for an energy ceasefire with aerial attacks, including drones and missiles. Zelenskyy called for stronger pressure on Russia and clear security guarantees as the real path to ending the killing.
Zelenskyy Explains Purpose of Ukrainian Strikes on Russian Energy InfrastructureFeb 8 · 2 news events · 35 articles
President Zelenskyy explained the strategic rationale behind Ukraine's strikes on Russian energy infrastructure during a meeting with faculty and students at the Kyiv Aviation Institute. He framed the strikes as a means of degrading Russia's capacity to sustain its war effort.
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Зеленский объяснил цель ударов по энергетике России
Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Terminal in Krasnodar and Air Defense System in CrimeaFeb 15 · 1 news events · 25 articles
Ukraine's General Staff confirmed successful strikes on a Russian oil terminal in the Krasnodar region and a Russian air defense system in occupied Crimea, along with additional undisclosed targets.
Kremlin Reiterates Moscow as Only Acceptable Location for Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting
Jan 28 · 6 news events · 91 articles
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated that Russia considers Moscow the only acceptable venue for a potential meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy, while Russia also formally invited Zelenskyy to travel to Moscow for peace talks. Zelenskyy responded by inviting Putin to Kyiv instead, saying he is ready to meet if Putin dares.
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Зеленски предизвика Путин: Каня го в Киев, ако посмее
Zelenskyy Says Direct Contact with Putin Necessary to Resolve Territorial QuestionsJan 31 · 5 news events · 32 articles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that territorial issues cannot be resolved without direct contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin, underscoring the need for a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting.
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Зеленский: Без контакта с Путиным невозможно договориться по территориям
Zelenskyy Says Territorial Questions Cannot Be Resolved Without Direct Meeting with PutinJan 31 · 4 news events · 23 articles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that key territorial questions cannot be resolved without a personal meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, while reiterating Ukraine's openness to negotiations in any format with Russia and the US.
Kremlin Says Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting Has No Point Without Real Intentions from KyivFeb 2 · 7 news events · 63 articles
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow sees no basis for a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting, claiming Ukraine has shown no genuine intent to negotiate, while leaving open the possibility of a trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia summit.
Witkoff Says Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting Possible Within Weeks as New Talks PlannedFeb 2 · 7 news events · 54 articles
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff indicated that a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy could occur within weeks, calling the war 'senseless.' A new round of Ukraine-Russia-US peace negotiations is expected within days, according to Ukrainian military intelligence chief Budanov.
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Zelenski și Putin s-ar putea întâlni în viitorul apropiat?...
Kremlin Says Putin's Position on Meeting Location with Zelenskyy Unchanged; Next Round Timing Being DiscussedFeb 12 · 2 news events · 16 articles
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Putin's position on the location of a potential meeting with Zelenskyy has not changed, while also indicating Moscow has 'some understanding' of the date and place for the next round of negotiations.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio identified the unresolved territorial question of Ukraine's Donetsk region as the single most critical remaining issue in the Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations.
Three Key Sticking Points Identified as Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Remain DeadlockedJan 29 · 3 news events · 17 articles
Analysis by Politico and Russian media identified three core issues blocking progress in US-mediated peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, with Moscow and Kyiv remaining diametrically opposed. The fate of Donbas was highlighted as the most difficult and 'very hard' issue to overcome, according to Secretary Rubio.
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Мирний план Трампа буксує: переговори України та РФ натрапили на три головні проблеми, - Politico
Lavrov Says Russia Has Not Received 20-Point Peace Plan, Calls Revised Versions 'Rape' of US DraftJan 29 · 5 news events · 39 articles
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that Russia had not received the 20-point US-Ukraine peace plan through official or unofficial channels, and described subsequent revised versions of the document as attempts to distort the original American draft. Lavrov also said understandings reached at the Anchorage summit remain on the table.
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Росія не отримувала мирного плану з 20 пунктів, але "готова" до компромісів, - Лавров
ISW: Kremlin Rejects US Claim That Only One Issue Remains in Peace Talks, Signals Broader DemandsJan 31 · 1 news events · 9 articles
The Institute for the Study of War reported that the Kremlin rejected assertions by Trump administration officials that only one issue remained unresolved in peace negotiations, signaling that Russia is preparing to present broader demands at upcoming talks.
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У Росії дали новий "сигнал" щодо мирних перемовин: в ISW пояснили, до чого готується Кремль
ISW: Putin Believes Russian Economy Can Sustain Prolonged War, Using Talks to Distract TrumpFeb 6 · 4 news events · 56 articles
The Institute for the Study of War assessed that Putin believes Russia's economy can withstand a long war and is using peace talk overtures to distract the Trump administration, warning that any Ukrainian concession on Donetsk would only lead to further Russian demands.
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Russia thinks it can outsmart the US during Ukraine peace talks, a...
Rubio Says Talks Focus on Fifth of Donetsk Region, Uncertainty Remains Over Russian SincerityFeb 14 · 3 news events · 28 articles
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated at Munich that Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations have narrowed to focus on the roughly one-fifth of Donetsk region not yet under Russian control, while also saying the US does not know whether Russia is serious about ending the war. Rubio added that the US will only negotiate under fair conditions for Ukraine.
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Marco Rubio y Ucrania: "No sabemos si los rusos van en serio para acabar con la guerra"
A new ISW assessment indicates that Russian officials continue to signal that obstacles to a peace deal go beyond territorial questions, suggesting Moscow's war aims extend to broader political and security demands that would be difficult for Ukraine to accept.
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путін не зупиниться на територіях: аналітики розкрили справжню мету росії