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European leaders back Ukraine amid US pressure for a swift peace deal. Zelenskyy resists ceding territory but may drop NATO bid if offered legal security guarantees. Germany, France, and the UK reaffirm support as Russia seeks eastern Donetsk control

Two people were killed in a drone attack in Russia’s Saratov region, while Russia launched strikes on Ukraine’s energy and port infrastructure, leaving thousands without power. Peace talks continue, with Zelenskyy visiting Germany amid stalled negotiations.

Trump and European leaders are intensifying talks on a Ukraine peace plan as Kyiv prepares new proposals amid pressure for compromise. Zelenskyy balances defense needs, election readiness and declining foreign military aid while navigating conflicting demands from Washington, Europe and Moscow

US envoy Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in Moscow to advance Washington’s early-stage Ukraine peace plan, as Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought European support in Ireland and Paris. Major gaps remain over territory and security guarantees, while both sides face mounting military and political pressure

The US has drafted a Russia-Ukraine peace proposal incorporating input from both sides, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. Trump insists the plan is not his final offer as Kyiv weighs the proposal amid internal fears it favours Moscow and faces a looming deadline

A major corruption scandal in Ukraine’s energy sector has intensified pressure on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with growing calls to dismiss his influential chief of staff, Andrii Yermak. Despite firing ministers and sanctioning associates, Zelenskyy faces political unrest as trust and wartime stability are questioned

Donald Trump reportedly urged Ukraine to concede the Donbas to Russia during tense meetings with President Zelenskyy, dismissing maps showing front-line realities. His transactional approach contrasts sharply with Ukraine’s view of territory as sacred, hard-fought land, not negotiable real estate

President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Zelenskyy amid tensions over U.S. reluctance to supply Tomahawk missiles. Following a call with Putin, Trump downplayed arms support, emphasizing diplomacy. A separate U.S.-Russia meeting in Hungary is also planned to discuss the war

Ukraine and the UN nuclear agency warned of rising safety risks at Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, running on emergency generators after losing external power for over a week. Officials stress restoring off-site power urgently to avoid potential nuclear catastrophe

President Donald Trump has proposed a sweeping economic strategy to end the Russia-Ukraine war, urging NATO countries to halt oil imports from Russia and impose 50–100% tariffs on China for its energy trade with Moscow. In a social media post, Trump criticised NATO’s commitment to the conflict and claimed that continued oil purchases weaken the alliance’s leverage.

European leaders met in Paris to discuss postwar security guarantees for Ukraine but remain divided, with US support uncertain. While UK and France consider troop deployment under a ceasefire, experts warn risks are high and reliance on Trump makes guarantees fragile

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for peace talks with US President Trump and European leaders to discuss the ongoing war with Russia. Despite Ukraine's efforts, Russia has stalled peace negotiations. Zelenskyy urges swift sanctions and more Western military support

A major Russian drone and missile attack struck Kyiv, killing at least eight, including two children, and injuring 45. Nearly 100 buildings were damaged in the rare central-city strike, as Zelenskyy urged stronger global response amid faltering US-led peace efforts

The funding, announced in Kyiv by Canadian PM Mark Carney, includes armored vehicles, drones, medical equipment, and air defence systems to bolster Ukraine’s military capabilities.

The Ukraine war enters its fourth year as Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin benefits Russia by sidelining Kyiv and weakening Western unity. Zelenskyy’s Washington visit with European leaders sought damage control, but Trump’s vague commitments leave Ukraine’s prospects uncertain

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London ahead of the US-Russia summit in Alaska. Starmer emphasised protecting Ukraine’s borders and warned that further sanctions could follow if Russia fails to engage in meaningful ceasefire talks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin for talks with European and US leaders ahead of the Trump-Putin summit. Kyiv and EU allies fear being sidelined from peace efforts that could hand Russia major concessions.

Russia launched over 300 drones and 30 missiles on Ukraine, killing one person and injuring others, including a child. The attack damaged infrastructure and homes. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy thanked allies for defense help as Russia steps up its bombardment

Ukraine hit a major Russian airbase in Voronezh, targeting fighter jets and bombs, while Russia launched 322 drones overnight. Ukraine shot down many. Zelenskyy spoke with Trump about stronger air defense and weapons production as the war shows no end

Russia's Defence Ministry in a statement confirmed the attacks, which spanned five airfields. The FPV drones damaged aircraft and sparked fires on air bases in the Irkutsk region.