Ukraine says Russia ignoring ceasefire proposal, giving only ultimatums and escalating attacks
After proposing a ceasefire and humanitarian steps recently in Istanbul, Kyiv says Russia stayed silent.
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Putin wants a buffer zone in Ukraine — Kyiv says put it in Russia
As Russia ramps up threats of new invasions, Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry says such a zone could just as well exist inside Russia, referencing Ukraine’s operations in Kursk Oblast.
Merz: EU to decide on new Russia sanctions package on 20 May after Putin excluded himself from talks
On the previous day, Merz also said Berlin and allies could move on frozen Russian funds if a lawful basis is confirmed.
Putin rejects 30-day ceasefire, proposes direct talks on Ukraine capitulation
Putin proposes restarting direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul without preconditions, revisiting a format that collapsed in 2022 over Russian demands for capitulation.