“He’s a great guy,” Vance stood up for Witkoff after provocative statements
Witkoff claimed Russian-occupied territories in Ukraine "expressed desire to be under Russian control" in Tucker Carlson interview
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VP Vance: Peace talks possible if Zelenskyy willing to negotiate seriously
Vice President JD Vance accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of showing "a certain sense of entitlement" during their recent confrontational Oval Office meeting, according to a Fox News interview aired on 3 March.
Zelenskyy warned of “badmouthing” Trump for debunking disinfo, while Trump calls him “dictator without elections”
Trump also characterized Zelenskyy's leadership as "terrible," describing Ukraine as "shattered" with "millions" of unnecessary casualties.
Ukraine rejects US proposal demanding half of its mineral resources
The Trump administration sought 50% of Ukraine’s minerals as compensation for past donated aid, but Kyiv refused, demanding security assurances.
Ukraine begins cooperation with Trump’s team on peace efforts, Zelenskyy says
Putin will try to "prolong the war," but "true peace is possible," the Ukrainian President says.
US might deploy troops to Ukraine without Moscow-Kyiv peace deal, Vance says
The US Vice President breaks from Trump administration's position by threatening US military deployment and additional sanctions against Russia if Putin fails to negotiate a peace deal.
Munich Security Conference 2025 opens with focus on Ukraine peace prospects
The 61st MSC brings together over 60 world leaders and 100 ministers in Germany to discuss global security challenges.
Trump claims Ukraine “essentially agreed” to give US access to its rare earth minerals
Trump insisted that US access to Ukraine’s resources must be guaranteed, regardless of possible peace talks with Russia, citing America’s alleged $300 billion contribution.
Kremlin neither confirms nor denies Trump’s claim about Putin call
Trump earlier said he has already talked to the Russian President by phone to discuss peace in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy top aide meets Trump advisers to discuss war settlement with Russia – media
Ukraine's delegation led by Yermak held talks on the Ukraine-Russia war, possibly seeking NATO membership, and continued US support, WSJ and Reuters report.
WSJ: Trump team considers forcing Ukraine to suspend NATO bid for 20 years
The President-elect’s team reportedly considers asking Ukraine to defer NATO plans as part of a strategy to end Russia's war.
Trump, Vance, Johnson claim Zelenskyy favors Democrats
House Speaker Mike Johnson alleges that President Zelenskyy interfered in US elections during his Pennsylvania visit, "designed to help Democrats," despite a similar Republican meeting in Utah earlier.
FT: European allies need to increase support for Ukraine amid US political shifts
The Financial Times editorial stresses the importance of enhanced European aid to Ukraine, given Trump adviser plans for a ceasefire in exchange for territorial concessions.
Zelenskyy, Trump plan future meeting after recent phone call
US presidential candidate Donald Trump advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy not to believe reports suggesting that his potential victory would benefit Russia, according to Ukrainian Presidential spokesperson Serhii Nykyforov.
