Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope for a a full and lasting ceasefire with Russia beginning Monday, stating that he plans to travel to Turkey for direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We await a full and lasting ceasefire, starting from tomorrow, to provide the necessary basis for diplomacy. There is no point in … Read more
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer address the media after trade talks with China in Geneva, Switzerland, May 11, 2025. | Photo Credit: Reuters The United States and China on Sunday (May 11, 2025) said progress had been made after a weekend of talks aimed at de-escalating trade … Read more
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine responded cautiously on Sunday morning to Russia’s offer of direct talks, calling it a “positive sign” but insisting that President Vladimir V. Putin must agree to an immediate cease-fire first. Mr. Zelensky’s comments came hours after Mr. Putin rejected a cease-fire and instead proposed that direct talks between representatives of … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. File | Photo Credit: AP Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday (May 11, 2025) said that he expects Moscow to commit to a 30-day ceasefire starting on Monday (May 12) and that Kyiv was “ready” for direct talks with Russia. Mr. Zelenskyy spoke hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed direct … Read more