Delay looms for Ukraine’s second Peace Summit planned for November
The follow-up to Ukraine's July peace talks may be pushed back, according to recent statements from a key official in Kyiv.
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Russia declines invitation to Ukraine’s peace summit
Russia declines participation in Ukraine's peace summit, rejecting Zelenskyy's peace plan as allegedly unviable, and demanding Ukraine relinquish territories that Russia claims to have annexed.
EU supports Zelenskyy’s Peace Formula, insisting on Ukraine’s sovereignty in any peace deal
As reports circulate about a new German peace proposal for Ukraine, the EU remains firm in its position that any peace settlement must be based on respect for Ukraine's sovereignty and international law.
Media: Scholz calls for renewed peace effort in Ukraine
This follows Ukraine's first Peace Summit in Switzerland, where leaders outlined a framework for negotiations.
Zelenskyy proposed Modi to conduct second Peace Summit in India
Yet, he said, to make it happen, India would have to join the First Summit's communique. "No one is pressuring anyone, but it's logical."
China claims 110 nations back its “Six-Point Consensus” on Russia’s war in Ukraine
This joint China-Brazil initiative aims to “de-escalate the situation”, although it omits mention of restoring Ukraine's territorial integrity.
Zelenskyy says Russia should be invited to next peace summit
Zelenskyy wants Russia to partake in the upcoming peace summit, calls for China to pressure Moscow to end war, criticizes Western restrictions on weapon use against Russian territory, and expresses concerns about US elections impacting aid to Ukraine.
China invites Ukraine’s foreign minister for talks on “achieving peace” with Russia
The visit will focus on "ways to stop Russian aggression" and explore China's possible role in achieving "a stable and just peace."
Zelenskyy considers Saudi Arabia for next Global Peace Summit
Saudi Arabia could be a potential host for the next Global Peace Summit, the Ukrainian leader said.
China pushes rival Ukraine peace plan before Swiss summit, diplomats say to Reuters
While China will not attend the summit, it has been lobbying governments for its alternative plan, with one diplomat calling Beijing's campaign a "subtle boycott" of the global meeting in Switzerland.
Radio Liberty: Number of participants in Ukraine Peace Summit drops from 93 to 78, sources say
Anonymous EU diplomats revealed to Radio Liberty that 15 countries withdrew their attendance from the Peace Summit in Switzerland, scheduled for 15-16 June, while on 10 June, the Swiss President announced that 90 countries had confirmed their participation.
Zelenskyy rebuked Central Asian countries for non-participation in the Peace Summit
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy considers the non-participation of Central Asian countries in the Peace Summit a weakness and urges them to join, even with a dissenting opinion.
Biden likely to skip Peace Summit in Switzerland chooses to raise money for election
In a move that prioritizes election campaign funding over diplomatic efforts, President Joe Biden is likely to skip a Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland next month, choosing instead to attend a fundraiser in California alongside Hollywood stars.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 814: Zelenskyy claims Russians failed to breach Ukraine’s main defense lines in Kharkiv Oblast
Exploiting a window of opportunity as Ukraine awaited weapons deliveries
from the allies, Russian forces started an offensive in Kharkiv Oblast, however, Ukrainian forces managed to stabilize the frontline, with the deepest point of the Russian advance limited to 10 kilometers.
Ukraine peace summit: 50 countries confirm attendance so far, Russia not invited
Switzerland, hosting the Ukraine Peace Summit in June, has secured commitments from key Western allies, including Germany, Italy, Canada, and France. However, the Swiss Foreign Ministry is actively seeking greater participation from Global South nations to ensure a more balanced and inclusive dialogue.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 811: Front lines shift as Ukraine counters Russia’s renewed offensives
As battles intensify multiple fronts in Ukraine, allies join calls for ramping up military assistance.
Xi Jinping begins first European tour in five years in France with Russia’s war, EU trade at top of his agenda
After a trip to France, Chinese President Xi Jinping will also visit Serbia and Hungary, the countries with close ties with Russia.
Zelenskyy unveils agenda for upcoming Global Peace Summit in Switzerland
Among these issues, particularly, prisoner exchanges with Russia, notably an "all for all" swap.
Switzerland Peace Summit on Ukraine to present unified negotiation terms to Russia – Zelenskyy’s spokesperson
The June 15-16 summit will convene without Russia. Leaders from numerous countries will gather to discuss Zelenskyy's peace formula and draft a clear roadmap for peace based on it.
Russia’s non-participation in Switzerland peace summit is Ukraine’s firm position, says Zelenskyy’s top aide
The summit aims to revive international law principles to protect nations from aggressor states.