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Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners

Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners

Ukrainian officials are expected to present new peace proposals to U.S. negotiators Wednesday

US allows negotiations on Lukoil's foreign assets until January 17

US allows negotiations on Lukoil's foreign assets until January 17

Dec 10 (Reuters) - The United States on Wednesday extended a deadline for negotiations on buying the global assets of Russian oil company Lukoil by a little over a month to January 17.

Ukraine at Critical Juncture as European Allies Increase Pressure on Russia

Ukraine at Critical Juncture as European Allies Increase Pressure on Russia

Ukraine's European allies have declared the war at a 'critical moment' as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares to share a revised peace plan with the U.S. Zelenskyy met with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and French President Emmanuel Macron in London to discuss Ukraine's territorial integrity and security. The leaders emphasized the importance of U.S.-led peace talks and the need for robust security guarantees for Ukraine. Discussions also included using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's reconstruction. The European leaders agreed to increase support for Ukraine and economic pressure on Russia.

Officials Dispute President Trump's Claim of Ukraine Losing War

Officials Dispute President Trump's Claim of Ukraine Losing War

President Trump has claimed that Ukraine is losing the war against Russia and that Moscow has the 'upper hand.' However, multiple officials have told CNN that there are no new assessments indicating significant changes on the battlefield. While Russia has made small gains, the overall situation remains challenging for both sides. Ukrainian forces continue to hold key supply lines, and the conflict remains at a stalemate with high casualties on both sides.

Ukraine Targets Russian Shadow Fleet with Sea Baby Drones Amid Sanctions

Ukraine Targets Russian Shadow Fleet with Sea Baby Drones Amid Sanctions

Ukraine has launched attacks on Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea using 'Sea Baby' drones, targeting vessels that are part of Russia's shadow fleet. These operations, conducted by the Ukrainian Navy and the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), aim to disrupt Russia's ability to evade international sanctions and continue its oil sales. The attacks have reportedly disabled ships capable of transporting oil worth millions, thereby impacting Russia's financial resources for its war efforts. Despite multiple rounds of sanctions from Europe and the U.S., the shadow fleet continues to operate, with vessels linked to various illicit activities, including transporting stolen Ukrainian grain.

Exclusive-US bank floats plan to repay US investors via Lukoil asset sale, sources say

Exclusive-US bank floats plan to repay US investors via Lukoil asset sale, sources say

By Dmitry Zhdannikov, Anna Hirtenstein and David Gauthier-Villars LONDON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. investment bank Xtellus Partners has proposed to the U.S.

Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read' a US-authored proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war

Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read' a US-authored proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war

President Donald Trump is claiming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “ hasn’t read” a U

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.

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

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.

Ukraine at 'Critical Moment' as European Allies Increase Pressure on Russia

Ukraine at 'Critical Moment' as European Allies Increase Pressure on Russia

Ukraine's European allies have declared the war at a 'critical moment' as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares to present a revised peace plan to the U.S. Zelenskyy met with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and French President Emmanuel Macron in London to discuss the importance of U.S.-led peace talks and the need for robust security guarantees for Ukraine. The European leaders emphasized the necessity of a just and lasting peace, while also discussing the use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's reconstruction. The U.K. and France are advocating for a 'Coalition of the Willing' to ensure Ukraine's security post-war. Zelenskyy acknowledged Ukraine's reliance on both U.S. and European support in the ongoing conflict.

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