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Kremlin Says Peace Chances Not Improved by Plan Changes

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

The Kremlin has said that recent changes proposed by European countries and Ukraine to United States-backed peace proposals do not improve the prospects of ending the war in Ukraine. A senior Russian foreign policy aide said the revisions fail to address Moscow’s core concerns and do not make the proposals more acceptable from Russia’s perspective. […]

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Ukraine Says Drones Hit Russian Oil Rig, Patrol Ship

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

Ukraine has said its forces carried out drone strikes on a Russian oil rig and a military patrol ship in the Caspian Sea, expanding its campaign against Russian energy and maritime assets. Ukrainian military officials stated that the strikes took place late on Friday as part of operations aimed at weakening Russia’s logistical and economic […]

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EU Reaches Funding Deal to Support Ukraine

By BPN News Desk December 19, 2025

European Union leaders have reached an agreement on a major financial support package for Ukraine, aimed at sustaining the country’s economy and defence needs as the war with Russia continues. The deal was finalised after extended negotiations in Brussels, reflecting efforts by EU member states to ensure predictable and long-term assistance for Kyiv. Structure of […]

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Ukraine Claims First Underwater Drone Strike on Submarine

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

Ukraine has claimed it carried out its first-ever underwater drone attack, striking a Russian submarine at a naval facility in the Black Sea. Ukrainian security officials said the operation targeted a Kilo-class submarine docked at the Russian port of Novorossiysk, marking a new phase in the use of unmanned systems in the ongoing conflict. According […]

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US Signals Security Guarantees for Ukraine in Talks

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

The United States has agreed in principle to provide security guarantees to Ukraine as part of ongoing peace discussions aimed at ending the conflict with Russia, according to U.S. officials familiar with the negotiations. The assurances are being discussed as part of broader diplomatic efforts involving Ukraine and its partners to establish a durable post-war […]

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Ukraine Signals Shift on NATO Membership

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine could consider dropping its bid to join NATO if it receives strong and credible international security guarantees to protect the country from future Russian aggression. The proposal marks a notable shift in Kyiv’s long-held position as efforts continue to explore possible pathways to end the war. Zelenskyy stressed

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US and Ukraine Hold Ceasefire Talks in Berlin

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

Senior officials from the United States and Ukraine held discussions in Berlin focused on the possibility of a ceasefire in the ongoing war with Russia, ahead of a major European leaders’ summit. The talks were part of broader diplomatic efforts to assess conditions for reducing hostilities and strengthening coordination with European partners. Focus on Security […]

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Trump Warns of Wider Conflict as Ukraine Talks Stall

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

US President Donald Trump has warned about the growing human cost of the Russia–Ukraine war, claiming that around 25,000 people were killed in the conflict over the past month. Speaking amid stalled peace efforts, Trump said the continued loss of life underscored the urgency of bringing the fighting to an end. Peace Talks Show Little […]

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US Floats Special Economic Zone Idea in Ukraine

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the United States has proposed creating a special or free economic zone in a frontline region of eastern Ukraine as part of broader diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia. He stated that the idea was discussed during ongoing talks involving Western partners, but stressed that no […]

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Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Ready For Elections Soon

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that the country is prepared to hold national elections within the next two to three months, provided security conditions are met. The remarks came after questions from former US President Donald Trump, who suggested Ukraine must demonstrate its commitment to democracy. Voting during wartime remains difficult Elections