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Zelensky stated whether Ukraine will recognize the occupied territories as Russian.

Zelensky stated whether Ukraine will recognize the occupied territories as Russian.

The head of state emphasized that this is a red line.
The Kremlin fears that Russians may view Trump as more powerful than Putin, according to ISW.

The Kremlin fears that Russians may view Trump as more powerful than Putin, according to ISW.

The Kremlin is making efforts to prevent the Russian public from perceiving Trump as a "strong leader capable of changing the situation," while portraying Putin as a weaker politician instead.
Zelensky: It will be extremely difficult for Ukraine to survive without military support from the U.S.

Zelensky: It will be extremely difficult for Ukraine to survive without military support from the U.S.

The President of Ukraine stated that he doesn't even "want to think about not having the support of the United States."
The European Union is adjusting taxes to increase defense spending.

The European Union is adjusting taxes to increase defense spending.

The European Union plans to revise certain rules and commitments to encourage EU countries to increase their defense spending, specifically by activating provisions related to the EU's Stability and Growth Pact. Similar measures were implemented during the crisis triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.
Zelensky rejected a deal with the U.S. regarding minerals, according to WP. Discover what led to this significant decision.

Zelensky rejected a deal with the U.S. regarding minerals, according to WP. Discover what led to this significant decision.

Journalists report that the agreement contained no security guarantees for Ukraine.
All conflicts end with negotiations, but there's a condition: what the Chinese Foreign Minister stated about the war.

All conflicts end with negotiations, but there's a condition: what the Chinese Foreign Minister stated about the war.

The head of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yi, emphasized that negotiations to end the war must be fair.
The council has introduced a new driving ban in Ukraine: find out where it's now prohibited to drive.

The council has introduced a new driving ban in Ukraine: find out where it's now prohibited to drive.

Violators face fines and substantial compensation payments.
The F-16 fighter jet could engage in combat with a Russian aircraft, as detailed by Defense Express.

The F-16 fighter jet could engage in combat with a Russian aircraft, as detailed by Defense Express.

Ukraine could have utilized Western fighter jets to take down Russian aircraft.
Trump lamented that the media aims to create a rift between him and Musk.

Trump lamented that the media aims to create a rift between him and Musk.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his grievances with American media. He claims that they are attempting to create a rift between him and Elon Musk, the head of the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency.
Zelensky: I'm ready to discuss elections, but Ukrainians are not interested in that.

Zelensky: I'm ready to discuss elections, but Ukrainians are not interested in that.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that he is open to discussing elections in Ukraine. However, he noted that Ukrainians are not in favor of this due to the ongoing state of martial law.
The Pentagon chief "didn't notice" Russia's aggression against Ukraine from 2016 to 2020.

The Pentagon chief "didn't notice" Russia's aggression against Ukraine from 2016 to 2020.

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth believes that Russia did not engage in combat operations against Ukraine between 2016 and 2020. He claims that there was supposedly no Russian aggression during that time.
Zelensky on army expansion: Ukraine requires an additional 100,000 Western troops.

Zelensky on army expansion: Ukraine requires an additional 100,000 Western troops.

The president also emphasized that the national budget is facing a significant deficit, making the issue of army funding critical.
Scholz made a significant statement regarding the peace agreement.

Scholz made a significant statement regarding the peace agreement.

At the same time, the Chancellor denies the deployment of German troops to Ukraine.
Putin has waited three years for this moment: CNN explores how Zelensky's role is evolving on the global stage.

Putin has waited three years for this moment: CNN explores how Zelensky's role is evolving on the global stage.

"For three years, he has been the center of attention, but now he may even be uncertain if he is in the right place," CNN reports.
Transnistria will remove all checkpoints along its "border" with Moldova: what is the reason behind this decision?

Transnistria will remove all checkpoints along its "border" with Moldova: what is the reason behind this decision?

The so-called "authorities" of Transnistria have decided to remove all checkpoints along the "border" with Moldova. This is a prerequisite for the region to begin receiving gas supplies.
Trump advocates for Russia's return to the G7.

Trump advocates for Russia's return to the G7.

Trump called it a "mistake" that Russia was expelled from the G7.
Contract service for those aged 18-24: what positions will the recruits hold?

Contract service for those aged 18-24: what positions will the recruits hold?

The Ministry of Defense has stated that these are positions that involve risk.
The Pentagon chief identified the "one person" capable of bringing Ukraine and Russia to the negotiation table.

The Pentagon chief identified the "one person" capable of bringing Ukraine and Russia to the negotiation table.

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly the only person in the world capable of bringing Ukraine and the Russian Federation to the negotiation table.
Europe was unaware of Trump's conversation with Putin and suspects betrayal, according to Bloomberg.

Europe was unaware of Trump's conversation with Putin and suspects betrayal, according to Bloomberg.

European leaders have asserted that they cannot be sidelined from negotiations after U.S. President Donald Trump announced his willingness to engage in talks with Vladimir Putin regarding the cessation of the war in Ukraine. The EU is expressing suspicions of "betrayal."
"When we have everything sorted out." Trump seeks a meeting with Xi Jinping and Putin.

"When we have everything sorted out." Trump seeks a meeting with Xi Jinping and Putin.

U.S. President Donald Trump is seeking to meet with Russia and China to discuss reducing defense spending. The meeting could take place once the conflicts in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip have stabilized.
"Either NATO or an army of 1.5 million people," stated Zelensky.

"Either NATO or an army of 1.5 million people," stated Zelensky.

Ukraine requires an army of 1.5 million personnel until our country joins NATO.
When it comes to territories, Putin finds himself in a trap: Kovalенко discusses Russia's reaction to the idea of an exchange.

When it comes to territories, Putin finds himself in a trap: Kovalенко discusses Russia's reaction to the idea of an exchange.

Ukraine holds a stronger position in Kursk.
Zelensky shared when martial law might be lifted in Ukraine.

Zelensky shared when martial law might be lifted in Ukraine.

Martial law in Ukraine may be lifted once the active phase of the war concludes. However, there will be no ceasefire simply for the sake of having a ceasefire.
Russia has suffered staggering losses on the front lines but is prepared to continue its offensive for another year, according to an IISS report.

Russia has suffered staggering losses on the front lines but is prepared to continue its offensive for another year, according to an IISS report.

The Russian army is prepared to launch offensives for another year. The losses in equipment and personnel during the war against Ukraine have been staggering, but the forces have been partially restored.
Poroshenko, Kolomoisky, and Medvedchuk have been sanctioned by the National Security and Defense Council: what does this mean?

Poroshenko, Kolomoisky, and Medvedchuk have been sanctioned by the National Security and Defense Council: what does this mean?

On February 13, President Volodymyr Zelensky imposed sanctions on Petro Poroshenko and Ihor Kolomoyskyi. The sanctions list also includes former MP Viktor Medvedchuk.
Russia's military budget for 2024 surpasses the combined spending of all EU countries, according to the Financial Times.

Russia's military budget for 2024 surpasses the combined spending of all EU countries, according to the Financial Times.

Russia's military expenditures surpass the total defense budgets of all European countries combined. Overall, the Kremlin's military spending increased by more than 40 percent last year.
NATO, borders, and "relations" with Russia: Recent statements from Trump and his team regarding the war in Ukraine.

NATO, borders, and "relations" with Russia: Recent statements from Trump and his team regarding the war in Ukraine.

U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, announcing an agreement for "close cooperation" to end the war. Additionally, today, members of the White House team commented on security guarantees for Ukraine without NATO membership, noting the "unrealistic" nature of returning to the borders of 2014.
Trump commented on yesterday's talks with Zelensky and Putin.

Trump commented on yesterday's talks with Zelensky and Putin.

The American leader described the negotiations as "excellent."
Analysts from ISW explain why Putin is unlikely to make compromises in negotiations.

Analysts from ISW explain why Putin is unlikely to make compromises in negotiations.

Moscow has clearly identified the "root causes" of the war in Ukraine.
Ihnat criticized Bezuha for her post regarding the air defense operations in Kyiv.

Ihnat criticized Bezuha for her post regarding the air defense operations in Kyiv.

A post by a member of parliament following the missile attack on Kyiv has angered the spokesperson for the Air Force Command.