Putin said chances for peace in Ukraine exist, while Zelensky said U.S. delegates will visit Kyiv and Moscow to discuss a possible settlement.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, the EU pledges ongoing support and sanctions pressure on Russia until peace is achieved, with global leaders gathering in Kyiv for talks.
Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv injured six as air raid warnings were delayed. The attacks reflect escalating conflict with significant civilian and infrastructural damage.
The US Senate narrowly passed a resolution urging troop withdrawal from Iran conflict zones amid active peace talks and a fragile ceasefire.
EU leaders agree to extend sanctions on Russia for one year, reflecting a unified stance and signaling potential impacts on energy, finance, and trade sectors.
The US has lifted its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, enabling record oil transit volumes amid ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations.
The EU initiates discreet talks with the Kremlin aiming to pave the way for future Ukraine peace negotiations amid changing war and economic conditions.
US forces launched strikes on Iranian air defense sites after Tehran downed an American Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions.
Former RT France chief Kseniya Fedorova joins French right-wing channel CNews, continuing pro-Kremlin broadcasts after Russia Today’s European ban.
Ukraine's president and key European leaders held a video conference to advance diplomatic efforts amid stronger Ukrainian battlefield positions and increased intelligence sharing.
EU foreign policy chief Kaya Kallas warns that Russia, China, and the US use divide-and-rule tactics to weaken European Union unity, urging member states to maintain collective strength.
Germany considers President Steinmeier as EU representative for peace talks with Russia, amid skepticism over Putin's proposal to appoint Schröder alone.
US acting Chargé d’Affaires Julie Davis plans to leave Kyiv amid reported disagreements with Trump’s reduced support for Ukraine, creating a key diplomatic vacancy during rising regional tensions.
President Trump cancels US envoy trip to Pakistan amid stalled Iran peace talks, citing confidence in US leverage and logistical challenges in negotiations.
US President Trump announces a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire amid historic diplomatic talks and plans to host key leaders.
Turkey is actively working to resume peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, positioning itself as a key diplomatic intermediary amidst escalating regional conflicts.