Russia Ukraine Talks End Without Breakthrough

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

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Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine concluded another round of peace talks without a breakthrough, as both sides described the discussions as difficult and said major differences remain unresolved. Russia Ukraine Peace Talks Outcome Officials indicated the meeting focused on ceasefire

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Russia Ukraine Agree On Prisoner Swap

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

Russia and Ukraine concluded a new round of negotiations with an agreement to exchange prisoners, marking a limited humanitarian outcome despite no broader breakthrough in the conflict. Officials from both sides confirmed the swap would involve detained soldiers and civilians captured during ongoing fighting. Russia Ukraine Prisoner Swap Agreement Delegations met for talks

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Trump Pressures Zelenskyy to Drop NATO, Crimea Claims Pre-Talks

By BPN News Desk August 18, 2025

Ahead of a high-stakes meeting in Washington, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Ukraine could end the war with Russia “almost immediately” if President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to two key concessions: abandoning aspirations to join NATO and accepting that Crimea would remain under Russian control. Ukraine’s Stance Remains Firm President Zelenskyy, joining talks

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Zelenskyy Arrives in Washington, Urges Russia to End War

By BPN News Desk August 18, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Washington, D.C., for critical talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Upon arrival, Zelenskyy declared firmly: “Russia must end this war.” He emphasized Ukraine’s unwavering resolve and thanked America and European allies for their steadfast support. Coalition of Leaders Zelenskyy will be joined in his meeting with Trump

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Europe Supports Zelenskyy in White House Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk August 18, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Washington, D.C., for critical talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. He was joined by a strong delegation of European and NATO leaders, including France’s Emmanuel Macron, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Germany’s Friedrich Merz, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Their joint presence highlighted

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Rubio Expresses Frustration After Ukraine Peace Talks Falter

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2025

US Senator Marco Rubio has expressed deep frustration after the latest peace talks between Ukraine and Russia ended with no meaningful progress. Rubio had participated in the discussions during a diplomatic visit to Southeast Asia, where high-level meetings were held with the aim of finding a resolution to the ongoing war. One of the key […]

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Putin Offers Peace Talks, Promises Military Budget Cuts

By BPN News Desk June 29, 2025

In a significant policy shift, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to resume peace negotiations with Ukraine while also announcing plans to scale back military expenditure. The twin announcements mark a notable departure from Moscow’s aggressive posture in recent years, reflecting the economic strain that the prolonged conflict and defense buildup have

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The West’s Real Endgame in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict: A Cold Peace, Not a Just One

By BPN News Desk June 3, 2025

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Ukraine Commits to Constructive Dialogue with US

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasized that Ukraine remains fully committed to maintaining a constructive dialogue with the United States. As geopolitical tensions continue, Ukraine is actively engaging in diplomatic discussions to strengthen ties and seek solutions for lasting peace. Key Diplomatic Engagements Zelenskyy is set to visit Saudi Arabia in the

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China Supports U.S.-Russia Peace Talks on Ukraine at G20 Summit

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

At the recent G20 summit in Johannesburg, China expressed support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative to negotiate a peace agreement with Russia to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that China backs all efforts conducive to peace, including the recent consensus reached between the United States and Russia. […]