Ukraine's former defense minister warns that negotiations with Russia won't bring peace as Putin aims to destroy Ukraine and assimilate its citizens into the Russian Federation, emphasizing the need for international support to prevent world war III.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accuses Russian President Vladimir Putin of being behind the mysterious plane crash that killed mutinous mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin and his top lieutenants.
Former U.S. President George W. Bush believes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is tough like a Texan and warns that if Russia's President Vladimir Putin is not stopped in Ukraine, the U.S. will have to be involved in supporting neighboring countries like Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia.
Ukrainian President Zelensky criticizes Russian leadership and rejects the idea of negotiating peace, citing the death of a rebel leader as a warning against dealing with Vladimir Putin.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky refuses to compromise with Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling him a liar and stating that he is only willing to negotiate with those who are ready to compromise.
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed Ukraine's path to peace in a phone call with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman al-Saud, on September 8.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that a weakened Vladimir Putin will resort to nuclear threats and winter bombings, but urges Western leaders not to panic and emphasizes Ukraine's determination to prevail in the conflict.
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, believes that the West must continue its support for the country in order to counter Russia's attempts to exhaust Ukraine and wear out its partners' resolve, as a long war would weaken both Russia and its leader, Vladimir Putin.
The European Union condemns the "illegitimate" elections held in Russian-annexed parts of Ukraine, while a UN official says that Russia's aggression in Ukraine is synonymous with torture and inhuman cruelty; meanwhile, the Kremlin spokesperson claims that no one will be able to compete with Putin if he runs for president in 2024, and the UN Human Rights Commissioner states that Russia's withdrawal from a grain deal is fueling global food insecurity. Ukrainian forces regain control of drilling platforms near the Crimean coast and Putin arrives in Vladivostok for the Eastern Economic Forum, while South Korean media reports that Kim Jong Un is en route to Russia, and Ukraine reports advances in Bakhmut and Donetsk city. Finally, Brazil's President Lula says it's up to the judiciary whether to arrest Putin if he visits the country.
President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, expresses his hope for the Russia-Ukraine war to end before the upcoming G20 Summit in Brazil and invites President Putin and Xi Jinping to attend.
Russian President Vladimir Putin called for Ukraine to cancel the ban on negotiations imposed by President Zelensky, emphasizing the need for dialogue and suggesting that talks could be a way for Ukraine to replenish their reserves and reinvigorate their army.
US President Joe Biden is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky next week at the United Nations General Assembly meetings to discuss support for Ukraine in its counteroffensive against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to visit Washington in an effort to reinforce Congress to grant the White House's budget request for over $24 billion in aid to Ukraine, as tensions and disagreements within the Republican Party and some Democrats over supporting Ukraine continue to grow.
Former President Donald Trump welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin's support for his plan to end the war in Ukraine, causing concern among Ukrainian leaders who fear it would involve giving Ukrainian land to Russia.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Ukrainian defenders to continue moving forward in the slow counteroffensive against Russia, stating that even short distances must be gained to prevent giving Putin a break and liberate territory.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Russian President Vladimir Putin could ignite World War III unless more assistance is provided, comparing Putin to "a second Hitler" and emphasizing the need to stop him from invading other countries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasizes that US financial support to Ukraine is not only about aiding the country in its fight against Russia, but also about preventing Vladimir Putin's further global aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls on the United Nations to answer for allowing Russia a seat at the tables of power, as he visits wounded Ukrainian soldiers in New York before addressing world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks additional funding for the war with Russia during his visit to Washington, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell makes a case for continued aid to Ukraine.
Ukraine's special services are likely responsible for drone strikes on Wagner-backed forces in Sudan, raising concerns about the escalation of Russia-Ukraine conflict beyond the frontlines; Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell defends Ukraine's request for more aid ahead of Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to the US Capitol; President Zelensky warns the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not only about Ukraine but also about weaponizing food and energy and turning other countries' power plants into "dirty bombs"; Zelensky calls for global unity to defeat Russia's aggression and accuses Russia of kidnapping Ukrainian children and weaponizing the food supply; Russian President Putin is seeking support from North Korea and Iran while Ukraine continues to gain support from numerous countries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy demanded support for his country's war effort against Russia in a somber address to the U.N. General Assembly, accusing Russia of endangering the sovereignty of its neighbors and the international rules-based order.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls on Donald Trump to provide concrete details and take action on his promise to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine, stating that simply giving up Ukrainian land is not a peace formula.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visits Canada after his trip to the United States, expressing gratitude to President Biden for approving military aid and making a case for additional aid to U.S. lawmakers.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism about receiving additional assistance from the US and emphasized the importance of maintaining global unity in the face of Russian aggression, while acknowledging the need to continue pushing back against Putin's military threats.
Ukraine's President Zelensky faces challenges in securing military support from the US and navigating complicated politics, as he tries to maintain Western help in the face of growing scepticism and domestic priorities in partner countries.
GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has proposed a peace plan for Ukraine that mirrors Richard Nixon's 1972 deal with China, but fails to acknowledge the current relationship dynamics between the US, China, and Russia, potentially reinforcing the friendship between China and Russia instead of pulling Russia towards the West.
