Putin: 'We will take Donbas by force' as Trump plan falters
Vladimir Putin threatens military action if Ukraine doesn't withdraw from Donbas, casting doubt on Trump's peace efforts. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
Vladimir Putin threatens military action if Ukraine doesn't withdraw from Donbas, casting doubt on Trump's peace efforts. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
As the UK imposes new sanctions, analysis suggests Vladimir Putin remains unmoved and more aggressive than ever. Europe faces a moment of reckoning over Ukraine support. Read the full report.
Analysis: As Russia's war enters a fourth year, Europe's sanctions and rhetoric are no match for solid financial support. With US backing withdrawn, a moment of reckoning approaches. Read the full report.
Federica Mogherini, former EU foreign policy chief, steps down as rector of the College of Europe after being indicted in a fraud and corruption investigation. Read the latest developments.
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Vladimir Putin's secret daughter, Luiza Rozova, expressed regret for her father's war when confronted by a Ukrainian journalist in Paris. Read the full story of the emotional encounter.
A public inquiry finds Vladimir Putin morally responsible for the death of Dawn Sturgess, poisoned by novichok discarded by Russian agents in Salisbury. Read the full report.
Vladimir Putin describes Ukraine peace talks as 'difficult', while Donald Trump suggests a deal is possible. EU leaders debate using frozen Russian assets as the path forward remains unclear.
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. We analyse the high-stakes summit, its impact on US relations, and the shadow of China.
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Putin and Trump's envoy fail to agree on Ukraine peace terms. Analysis reveals Europe's crucial but unsustainable role in blocking a deal favouring Russia. Read the full breakdown.
Vladimir Putin is now the main barrier to a Ukraine peace agreement after rejecting the latest US proposal. Analysis reveals the Kremlin's uncompromising stance on territory and Kyiv's future.
Vladimir Putin has halted progress on a US-brokered Ukraine peace deal and declared Russia is 'ready for war' with Europe. Get the latest analysis from Kyiv.
Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini faces fraud and corruption charges over a Brussels diplomatic academy tender. Police have raided the College of Europe and EEAS headquarters. Full story here.
High-stakes Moscow talks between the US and Russia yield no breakthrough on Ukraine. Putin issues stark war warning to Europe as NATO ministers convene in Brussels.
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US-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine hit a wall as Vladimir Putin refuses compromise. Analysis reveals the Kremlin's strategy and the controversial role of Trump's envoy.
Vladimir Putin has dismissed the latest US peace proposals for Ukraine, stating Russia is 'ready right now' for war with Europe. Talks with Trump envoys failed to find compromise.
Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's envoy, held a five-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow with no progress on Ukraine. Zelenskyy voices fears over waning US interest as a British man is detained on spy allegations.
Vladimir Putin has dismissed a US-backed peace plan for Ukraine after meeting Donald Trump's envoys, warning Russia is "ready right now" for war with Europe. Read the latest analysis.
A high-level US delegation met Vladimir Putin in Moscow, but Russia refused the latest peace proposal. Analysis reveals the two major reasons behind the Kremlin's hardline stance. Read the full report.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner received VIP treatment in Moscow but failed to secure Russian backing for a US peace plan. Analysis suggests Washington's approach favours the Kremlin. Read the full report.
High-stakes Moscow talks between US envoys and Vladimir Putin end without a territorial compromise. The Russian president warns Europe he is 'ready right now' for war. Read the latest.
High-stakes Moscow summit between US envoys and Vladimir Putin described as 'productive' but fails to resolve key territorial disputes. Read the latest on the Ukraine peace efforts.
Vladimir Putin warns Russia is prepared for conflict with Europe, accusing Western powers of sabotaging peace efforts in Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
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Belgian police arrest former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini and raid EU buildings in a major fraud investigation linked to diplomatic training funds. Read the full story.
Vladimir Putin declares Russia prepared for conflict with Europe, while Zelenskyy awaits outcome of US-led peace negotiations in Moscow. Latest updates on the Ukraine war.
Vladimir Putin states Russia is prepared for immediate conflict with Europe, rejecting a 28-point peace plan. Experts warn Moldova and Baltic states could be next targets. Read the full analysis.
Vladimir Putin, dressed in military fatigues, claims a strategic victory in Ukraine as Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff lands in Moscow for crucial peace negotiations. Kyiv disputes the Russian advance.