Putin says any Ukraine ceasefire should ‘lead to long-term peace’

Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed in principle with U.S. ceasefire proposals, but said there were details that needed to be worked out, perhaps in a phone call with president Trump.

NBC News - Mar. 13

Destruction of Ukraine dam caused ‘toxic timebomb’ of heavy metals, study finds

Researchers say environmental impact from Kakhovka dam explosion comparable to Chornobyl nuclear disaster. The destruction of a large Ukrainian dam in 2023 triggered a “toxic timebomb” of ...

The Guardian - Mar. 13

The Guardian view on Trump and Ukraine: respite is possible, but resolution looks distant | Editorial

Will-they-won’t-they over a ceasefire does not change the underlying dynamics of US retreat from supporting Kyiv . A three-year conflict has taken bewildering, lurching turns in under a fortnight. ...

The Guardian - Mar. 13

Israel-Hamas Talks Deadlocked as Trump Envoy Turns to Ukraine

The two sides are supposed to negotiate a second phase of the cease-fire agreement that would end the war, but they remain far apart on how to move forward.

The New York Times - Mar. 13

FirstFT: Vladimir Putin pushes maximalist demands in Ukraine talks

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Financial Times - Mar. 14

Russian Mercenary Found Guilty of War Crimes in Ukraine by Finland Court

Voislav Torden, a commander in a Russian paramilitary group, was sentenced to life in prison for the attack and mutilation of Ukrainian soldiers in 2014.

The New York Times - Mar. 14

Prospect of Ukraine ceasefire still uncertain despite Trump's optimism

Trump wants a fast end to the fighting, but Putin wants a "painstaking" discussion about details.

BBC News - Mar. 14

US had productive talks with Putin over Ukraine war, Trump says

But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses Russia of dragging out ceasefire talks so it can continue the war.

BBC News - Mar. 14

Starmer says Putin cannot be allowed to ‘play games’ over Ukraine ceasefire

UK PM to host virtual meeting of ‘coalition of the willing’ nations who have agreed to help enforce peace. Keir Starmer has warned that Vladimir Putin cannot be allowed to “play games” with the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 14

The big question on Ukraine: is Trump ready to push Putin into peace? | Shaun Walker

Russian leader’s antagonism to Zelenskyy and lack of interest in a ceasefire leaves colossal task for US. David Lammy: Trump’s right, Putin can take the hard or easy way On paper, everyone is ...

The Guardian - Mar. 15

Ukraine’s supporters move to ‘operational phase’ in ceasefire planning, Starmer says

‘Coalition of the willing’ will meet again on Thursday to discuss how a truce could be guaranteed

Financial Times - Mar. 15

Zelenskyy names new chief of general staff to enhance Ukraine's combat effectiveness

Yahoo News - Mar. 16

Trump, Putin to speak this week on Russia-Ukraine war, US envoy says

The U.S. is trying to broker a ceasefire, according to Trump special envoy.

ABC News - Mar. 16

Why EU capitals are still arguing over more military aid to Ukraine

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Financial Times - Mar. 17

Trump plans Tuesday talks with Putin on Russia-Ukraine war

US president says ‘a lot of work’ has been done over weekend towards ceasefire deal

Financial Times - Mar. 17

U.S. to Withdraw From Group Investigating Responsibility for Ukraine Invasion

The decision is the latest indication of the Trump administration’s move away from holding President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia accountable for crimes committed against Ukrainians.

The New York Times - Mar. 17

Trump Says He Will Call Putin to Discuss Ending Ukraine War

President Trump said negotiations over a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal had continued over the weekend and that discussions had included “dividing up certain assets.”

The New York Times - Mar. 17

Can Trump extract concessions on Ukraine from Putin over the phone?

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Financial Times - Mar. 18

Merz: Additional €3 billion for Ukraine could be released by Friday

Yahoo News - Mar. 18

Italy's Meloni calls for 'pragmatism' on tariffs, supports Trump's ceasefire efforts for Ukraine

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday called for “pragmatism” to prevent an EU-US dispute over tariffs from escalating into a full-scale trade war, and expressed support for U.S. President ...

ABC News - Mar. 18

Trump and Putin agree on 'energy and infrastructure ceasefire' as step to Ukraine peace deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last week said that Kyiv would agree to a broader 30-day ceasefire if Russia also signed.

CNBC - Mar. 18

Putin gives Trump bare minimum on Ukraine but the war goes on

Trump made a big deal of his conversation with Putin, but there is little to shout about, Sarah Rainsford writes.

BBC News - Mar. 18

Russia Escalated Sabotage to Pressure U.S. and Allies on Ukraine, Study Says

Anger at Russia’s covert efforts, which included targeting undersea cables, warehouses and railways, has the potential to influence European reactions to the U.S.-led push for an end to the war.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Trump and Putin Discuss Ukraine-Russia Cease-Fire: What to Know

The Kremlin said that President Vladimir V. Putin had agreed in a call with President Trump to temporarily stop strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Vladimir Putin agrees to 30-day halt to attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid

Russian leader refuses to commit to a full month-long truce after high-stakes phone call with Donald Trump. Analysis: so bold are Putin’s ceasefire demands, it’s hard to believe he is entirely ...

The Guardian - Mar. 19

Zelensky says Ukraine civilian infrastructure hit after Trump-Putin call

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday evening that Ukrainian civilian infrastructure was struck following a call between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. ...

The Hill - Mar. 19

The Papers: Ukraine truce hopes 'on a knife edge' and 'Worried sick'

Wednesday's front pages feature the phone call between Trump and Putin, and Labour's welfare reforms.

BBC News - Mar. 19

Russia and Ukraine carry out attacks after Putin-Trump call

The attacks came hours after Vladimir Putin said Russia would stop targeting Ukrainian energy sites.

BBC News - Mar. 19

Trump to speak with Ukraine's Zelensky following call with Putin about ceasefire

President Trump will speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, a White House official told NewsNation, following Trump’s call with Russian President Vladimir Putin a day ...

The Hill - Mar. 19

How Stalker 2's Developers Persevered As Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine Began

GSC Game World went through far more harrowing events than most game developers--or people--ever will, during the development of Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl . What began as a long-awaited ...

GameSpot - Mar. 19

Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks are 'on track' after call with Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would hold talks with White House leader Donald Trump, as Moscow and Kyiv reported overnight attacks hours.

CNBC - Mar. 19

Trump’s talk with Putin about Ukraine has consequences for this key U.S. industry

Trump wants Europe to buy more of America’s liquified natural gas. But tariffs get in the way.

MarketWatch - Mar. 20

Ukraine war briefing: Trump ‘wants Zaporizhzhia power plant for US’

White House has ‘moved beyond’ minerals deal; Zelenskyy expects ceasefire deal to cover civilian as well as energy infrastructure. What we know on day 1,121. Europe live: latest news updates ...

The Guardian - Mar. 20

Trump suggests US could run Ukraine's power plants

The US president says peace efforts are "very much on track", a day after Russia's president declined to agree a full ceasefire.

BBC News - Mar. 20

Hungary breaks with the EU by seeking to turn Ukraine into ‘buffer zone’

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Financial Times - Mar. 20

EU lends Ukraine €1 billion further financial aid

Yahoo News - Mar. 20

What Pausing Strikes on Energy Sites Would Mean for Ukraine and Russia

An agreement to suspend such attacks will affect a strategy key to both countries’ efforts to weaken the other. It would also be a significant step toward de-escalation.

The New York Times - Mar. 20