Brazilian President Lula da Silva plans to personally urge Russian President Putin to participate in face-to-face peace talks with Ukrainian President Zelensky in Istanbul on Thursday. These talks, if they occur, would mark the first direct engagement between Putin and Zelensky in over three years. The Kremlin has yet to confirm Putin’s attendance but will announce the Russian delegation on Thursday. Ukraine frames Putin’s participation as a crucial test of his commitment to peace negotiations.
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In their first phone conversation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Pope Leo XIV held a “warm and substantive” discussion, with Zelensky inviting the Pope to visit Ukraine. The call, the Pope’s first publicly known with a foreign leader, focused on the ongoing war, including efforts to repatriate Ukrainian children forcibly deported by Russia. Zelensky thanked the Pope for his support and relayed Ukraine’s proposal for a 30-day ceasefire and readiness for peace talks. A future in-person meeting between the two leaders is planned.
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The image juxtaposes Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The photograph of Carney is credited to The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick, while Zelenskyy’s is attributed to AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky. The composite nature of the image suggests a connection between the two figures, though the specific context is not provided. Further information would be needed to understand the intended meaning or narrative behind the combined photograph.
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Despite Russian President Vladimir Putin’s declared “Easter truce,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported continued Russian shelling and assaults, citing hundreds of attacks in the first six hours. While the Kremlin claimed adherence to the ceasefire and accused Ukraine of violations, Zelensky stated that Russia was only creating an impression of a truce while attempting localized advances. Zelensky reiterated Ukraine’s willingness to extend a ceasefire beyond Easter, contingent on Russia’s reciprocation. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges in achieving a lasting peace.
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Following his recent appearance on ’60 Minutes’, Donald Trump has once again shifted the blame for the ongoing war in Ukraine, this time squarely onto the shoulders of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This assertion, predictably, has sparked a flurry of reactions, ranging from disbelief to outrage. The sheer audacity of the claim, ignoring the historical context and Russia’s undeniable aggression, is striking.
Trump’s argument seems to center on the idea that Zelenskyy should have simply conceded to Russia’s demands, preventing the conflict entirely. This fundamentally misrepresents the situation, overlooking the long history of Russian aggression towards Ukraine, predating Zelenskyy’s presidency by years.… Continue reading
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky granted an exclusive interview to France Télévisions and European public broadcasters ahead of the Paris Peace and Security Summit for Ukraine. The interview, featuring questions from journalists representing major European networks, will air on TV5MONDE and was broadcast live across Europe. This special broadcast prompted France 2 to reschedule its previously planned programming. Zelensky addressed European concerns and the ongoing conflict directly from Paris.
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Following a weekend phone call, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney extended an invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to attend the June G7 summit in Alberta. This invitation follows an uncertain G7 approach to the war in Ukraine, marked by initial hesitation from the US administration regarding strong condemnations of Russia. Zelensky accepted the invitation, thanking Canada for its ongoing support and highlighting the need for increased pressure on Moscow. The summit, hosted by Canada, will take place amidst ongoing discussions between the US and Russia regarding a potential ceasefire.
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J.D. Vance’s recent criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has drawn sharp rebuke from his own cousin, a veteran currently fighting in Ukraine. The cousin directly condemned Vance’s characterization of Zelensky’s actions as an “ambush,” arguing it misrepresents the ongoing conflict. This familial disagreement highlights the intense polarization surrounding the war and US foreign policy. The public clash underscores the deep divisions within American society regarding the Ukraine conflict and its leadership.
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During an awards ceremony, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lightheartedly apologized for not wearing a suit, referencing a recent White House meeting. This attire, a military-style outfit, reflects Ukraine’s ongoing war and contrasts sharply with the suit he was urged to wear. His decision not to wear a suit reportedly angered Donald Trump, leading to a tense exchange. The Kremlin criticized the encounter, deeming Trump’s behavior unprecedented in modern diplomacy.
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In a recent interview with Chris Cuomo, Tucker Carlson expressed greater sympathy for Vladimir Putin than Volodymyr Zelensky, citing Russia’s perceived economic strength under Putin’s leadership. Carlson further defended Putin’s rule, downplaying accusations of autocracy. He also reiterated his strong anti-immigration stance, asserting that any crime committed by an undocumented immigrant is unacceptable. This pro-Putin stance aligns with Carlson’s past commentary, which has included a Kremlin-facilitated interview with Putin and aligns with pro-Kremlin sentiment within the MAGA movement.
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