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Macron, Starmer and Merz to meet Zelenskiy in London on June 7, Elysee says

Macron, Starmer and Merz to meet Zelenskiy in London on June 7, Elysee says

PARIS, June 5 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold talks with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Sunday, the Elysee said in a statement.

Zelensky Proposes Ceasefire and Meeting with Putin Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Zelensky Proposes Ceasefire and Meeting with Putin Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended an open invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for a face-to-face meeting in a neutral country to discuss ending the ongoing conflict between their nations. This proposal comes as Ukraine demonstrates its military capabilities by striking deep into Russian territory, including a recent drone attack on St. Petersburg. Zelensky's letter suggests potential meeting locations such as Switzerland, Turkey, or an Arab country, emphasizing the need for direct engagement to halt the war. Meanwhile, Russian President Putin maintains that Russian forces are advancing and insists that any peace deal must include assurances allegedly made by President Trump during a previous summit in Alaska. The conflict, now in its fifth year, continues with both sides experiencing significant military actions and losses.

Montenegro is ‘within reach’ of joining the EU by 2028, von der Leyen says after Balkans summit

Montenegro is ‘within reach’ of joining the EU by 2028, von der Leyen says after Balkans summit

Montenegro is on track to join the European Union by 2028, according to EU leaders and the country's president

Putin says he currently sees no reason to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy

Putin says he currently sees no reason to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy

By Vladimir Soldatkin and Andrew Osborn ST PETERSBURG, Russia, June 5 (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday he currently saw no reason to meet Volodymyr Zelenskiy after the Ukrainian president published an open letter proposing they hold face-to-face talks to agree an end to a

Putin faces rival visions of war and peace at Russia's 'Davos'

Putin faces rival visions of war and peace at Russia's 'Davos'

By Guy Faulconbridge and Vladimir Soldatkin ST PETERSBURG, Russia, June 4 (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin faced two rival outlines of Russia's future as he hosted his premier annual investment conference with the war in Ukraine unabated.

Zelensky Calls for Direct Meeting with Putin to End War, Proposes Ceasefire

Zelensky Calls for Direct Meeting with Putin to End War, Proposes Ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued an open letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging a face-to-face meeting to negotiate an end to the ongoing war, which began with Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. Zelensky emphasized the necessity of direct dialogue between Kyiv and Moscow, proposing that the talks occur in a neutral country like Switzerland or Turkey. He also called for a full ceasefire during the negotiations, a condition previously rejected by Putin. The letter was released amidst stalled ceasefire talks and as the U.S. focuses on the conflict in Iran. Zelensky's letter also addressed the ongoing struggles faced by both Ukrainian and Russian citizens due to the war, including economic hardships and military losses.

Putin says Russia will defeat Ukraine

Putin says Russia will defeat Ukraine

By Mark Bendeich ST PETERSBURG, Russia, June 4 (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia would defeat Ukraine on the battlefield if necessary, but was ready to end the war via diplomacy and honour unspecified compromises he said had been agreed with U.S.

Putin says Russia will bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks

Putin says Russia will bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks

President Vladimir Putin says Russia will strengthen its air defenses to counter recent Ukrainian drone attacks, which have reached deep inside his country

Zelensky Proposes Ceasefire and Meeting with Putin Amid Ukraine's Military Gains

Zelensky Proposes Ceasefire and Meeting with Putin Amid Ukraine's Military Gains

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended an open invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for a face-to-face meeting to negotiate an end to the ongoing war, which has entered its fifth year. Zelensky's proposal comes as Ukraine demonstrates its military capabilities by striking deep into Russian territory, including a recent drone attack on St. Petersburg. In his letter, Zelensky suggests neutral locations such as Switzerland, Turkey, or an Arab country for the meeting and emphasizes Ukraine's readiness for a full ceasefire during negotiations. He highlights the growing fatigue among Russians towards the war and suggests that Putin's hold on power may be weakening. Meanwhile, Putin maintains that Russian forces are advancing and insists on assurances from previous discussions with President Trump as part of any agreement.

Putin rejects Zelenskyy's offer to meet, saying he sees 'no point' in it

Putin rejects Zelenskyy's offer to meet, saying he sees 'no point' in it

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected a proposal by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a face-to-face meeting, saying he sees “no point” in it

Poland and Lithuania confirm exploring a bigger role in nuclear deterrence

Poland and Lithuania confirm exploring a bigger role in nuclear deterrence

Poland and Lithuania confirm they are in talks about their role in NATO's nuclear deterrence efforts, which are centered on U.S. nuclear weapons in Europe

Putin slams Western sanctions as damaging to the global economy

Putin slams Western sanctions as damaging to the global economy

Russian President Vladimir Putin says developing countries have gained an increasingly important role in the global economy, while the share of output by Western countries has shrunk