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EU enlargement chief says Ukraine’s membership 'inevitable' despite Hungary’s objections

EU enlargement chief says Ukraine’s membership 'inevitable' despite Hungary’s objections

EU enlargement chief Marta Kos says Ukraine’s EU membership is “inevitable” and has expressed confidence that Hungary will not block the country’s accession, even as Budapest objects to moving ahead during wartime

Europeans discuss Ukraine with Trump at 'critical moment' for peace

Europeans discuss Ukraine with Trump at 'critical moment' for peace

PARIS/LONDON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The leaders of Britain, France and Germany held a call on Wednesday with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss Washington's latest peace efforts to end the war in Ukraine, in what they said was "a critical moment" in the process.

Analysis-Pokrovsk's fall will not cause frontline collapse, but weakens Ukraine in Trump's eyes

Analysis-Pokrovsk's fall will not cause frontline collapse, but weakens Ukraine in Trump's eyes

By Tom Balmforth and Yuliia Dysa KYIV, Dec 11 (Reuters) - Russia's capture of Pokrovsk appears to be a matter of 'when' not 'if', and while its fall will not trigger a collapse in Ukraine's defences, it weakens Kyiv at a sensitive juncture in U.S.-led negotiations to end the war.

UK Armed Forces Member Dies in Ukraine Accident During Military Observation

UK Armed Forces Member Dies in Ukraine Accident During Military Observation

A member of the UK Armed Forces has died in an accident in Ukraine, as announced by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) on December 5, 2025. The incident occurred while the service member was observing Ukrainian forces testing a new defensive capability away from the front lines. The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed, but the family has been informed. The UK has been a significant supporter of Ukraine since Russia's invasion in 2022, providing military assistance including tanks, artillery, and air defense systems. The MoD has expressed condolences to the family and is expected to provide further updates as more information becomes available.

A struggle to survive in Ukraine's east, with Russia at the gates

A struggle to survive in Ukraine's east, with Russia at the gates

By Anatolii Stepanov KOSTIANTYNIVKA, Ukraine, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Hunkered in the basement of his battle-scarred building in eastern Ukraine, 65-year-old Volodymyr rarely emerges as Russian forces press at the doorstep of his city of Kostiantynivka.

Pope calls for 'just and lasting peace' after meeting Ukraine's Zelenskiy

Pope calls for 'just and lasting peace' after meeting Ukraine's Zelenskiy

By Alvise Armellini CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Pope Leo called for continued dialogue to seek a "just and lasting peace" in Ukraine during a meeting on Tuesday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the Vatican said.

Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support

Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffirmed his refusal to cede territory, resisting U.S. pressure for compromise with Russia

Zelenskyy meets in London with European allies on the US peace plan and Ukrainian security

Zelenskyy meets in London with European allies on the US peace plan and Ukrainian security

British, French and German leaders met in London with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a show of European support for Kyiv at what they called a “critical moment” in the U.S.-led effort to end Russia’s war in Ukraine

Zelenskiy, European leaders to convene in London amid US peace push

Zelenskiy, European leaders to convene in London amid US peace push

By Olena Harmash KYIV, Dec 8 (Reuters) - President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to meet with British, French and German leaders in London on Monday, rallying allies for support as the United States increases pressure on Kyiv to agree to a proposed peace deal with Russia.

UK Armed Forces Member Dies in Ukraine Accident During Defensive Capability Test

UK Armed Forces Member Dies in Ukraine Accident During Defensive Capability Test

A member of the UK Armed Forces has died in an accident in Ukraine, as announced by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD). The incident occurred while the service member was observing Ukrainian forces testing a new defensive capability away from the front lines. The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed, but the family has been informed. The UK has been a significant supporter of Ukraine since Russia's large-scale invasion in 2022, providing military assistance including tanks, artillery, and air defense capabilities. The UK MoD has been approached for further comments on the incident.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy improvises mid-flight to get his message out on a whirlwind European trip

Ukraine's Zelenskyy improvises mid-flight to get his message out on a whirlwind European trip

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used an improvised WhatsApp audio briefing during a rapid tour of European capitals to reaffirm that Ukraine will not surrender territory to Russia

Zelenskiy says 'refined documents' on peace plan will soon be sent to U.S

Zelenskiy says 'refined documents' on peace plan will soon be sent to U.S

By Yuliia Dysa and Dan Peleschuk KYIV, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Ukraine and its European partners will soon be ready to present the U.S. with "refined documents" on a peace plan to end the war with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday, following days of high-stakes shuttle diplomacy.