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Europe Backs Ukraine as US Envoy Travels to Moscow

By BPN News Desk December 2, 2025

European leaders have reaffirmed strong support for Ukraine as a senior US envoy heads to Moscow for the next round of diplomatic discussions with Russia. The developments come amid ongoing efforts to revise a draft peace proposal, which several European governments previously felt tilted too much in Russia’s favour. Europe Stands Firm on Ukraine’s Sovereignty […]

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US Push for Ukraine Peace Plan Faces Resistance

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The United States’ latest effort to advance a negotiated peace framework for the Ukraine war is facing strong opposition as talks continue. The peace proposal, which originally contained over two dozen clauses, has been revised after concerns that some terms appeared to favour Russian strategic interests. Key Sticking Points Slow Negotiations Diplomatic sources indicate

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Putin Calls Zelensky’s Leadership “Illegitimate”

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky is “illegitimate,” arguing that Kyiv did not hold elections after the expiry of the previous presidential term. Putin said it would be “senseless” to negotiate or sign any peace agreement with Ukraine while Zelensky remains in office. Moscow Sets Conditions For Peace Putin reiterated […]

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Trump Sends Envoy to Meet Putin as Ukraine Peace Deal Nears

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his special envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in an effort to finalise a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine. Trump said the deal is “really close,” with only a few outstanding issues remaining to be resolved. Deal Status and […]

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Zelensky Welcomes “Principles” of U.S. Peace Draft

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the “principles” of a revised U.S. draft plan to end the war with Russia could form the basis of “deeper agreements,” while emphasising that much now “depends on America.” The plan, which has not yet been publicly released in full, updates a previously leaked version that drew […]

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EU Vows Support For Ukraine Amid Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk November 25, 2025

The European Union has said it will continue providing Ukraine with military assistance, financial support and diplomatic backing as peace negotiations move forward. European Council President António Costa confirmed that EU members have committed to meeting Ukraine’s financial needs for the next two years while maintaining weapons supplies. Peace Negotiations Show Fresh

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Ukraine Reaffirms Commitment To Diplomacy, Says Zelenskyy

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine has “never wanted this war” and reaffirmed that the country remains committed to a diplomatic path. He added that recent developments have “reinvigorated diplomacy,” calling the renewed engagement a positive step toward ending the conflict. Focus On Effective Peace Measures Zelenskyy stressed that any peace initiative

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Trump Accuses Ukraine Of Showing ‘Zero Gratitude’

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said Ukraine has shown “zero gratitude” for American assistance as peace talks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict opened in Geneva. His remarks were posted on social media on November 23 and came just as negotiators began discussions on a proposed settlement framework. Dispute Over The Peace Plan The comments coincide with debate […]

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U.S. and Ukraine Forge Refined Peace Framework in Geneva

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

The United States and Ukraine announced progress on a refined peace framework during their meeting in Geneva, signalling adjustments to an earlier proposal that drew criticism for appearing to favour Russian demands. Both sides said the updated approach aims to protect Ukraine’s sovereignty while addressing concerns raised by European partners. Key Shifts In The New […]

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Zelensky Rejects US Peace Plan For Ukraine

By BPN News Desk November 23, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected a new US-drafted peace plan, saying it forces Ukraine to choose between “dignity” and maintaining key partnerships. The 28-point proposal, linked to the Trump administration, reportedly asks Ukraine to scale down its military, give up plans to join NATO and accept terms favourable to Russia. Zelensky said such conditions