Pope Francis Discusses Ukraine with Hungarys Nationalist Leader Viktor Orban

Ukraine bombards Russia with largest drone barrage of war, Moscow says

Russia's Defense Ministry said its forces shot down 343 Ukrainian drones overnight, in what appeared to be Kyiv's largest ever cross-border aerial attack.

ABC News - 5d

US and Ukraine call for 30-day ceasefire following Saudi talks

U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for major talks on Tuesday with the goal of charting a course toward ending Russia's three-year-old war.

ABC News - 5d

Ukraine willing to accept 30-day US-brokered ceasefire

Washington says it will ‘immediately’ restore intelligence sharing and military aid after Kyiv accepts proposal

Financial Times - 5d

Ukraine agrees to U.S.-led ceasefire plan if Russia accepts

The agreement came after more than seven hours of negotiations in Saudi Arabia between high-level American and Ukrainian delegations.

CNBC - 5d

Ukraine agrees to U.S. proposal for 30-day ceasefire with Russia

NBC News Chief International Correspondent Keir Simmons reports from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia as U.S. and Ukrainian officials reach an agreement on a 30-day ceasefire.

NBC News - 5d

US-Ukraine agreement shows a deal is never dead with Trump

That both countries were able to make progress after a bitter White House meeting suggests Trump is always open to further negotiations.

BBC News - 5d

Ex-MP moving to Ukraine to scale up charity work

Former Braintree MP Brooks Newmark is moving to Kyiv to do more of his charity work.

BBC News - 5d

UK helped Ukraine and US reach ceasefire deal, government sources say

Sir Keir Starmer led European efforts to mend Trump-Zelensky relationship, UK government sources tell the BBC.

BBC News - 5d

Starmer turns to N Ireland peace broker in quest for US backstop in Ukraine

Former Blair adviser Jonathan Powell is working behind the scenes to shepherd talks

Financial Times - 4d

US team headed to Moscow for Ukraine talks as Putin visits Kursk

President Trump says he can 'do things financially' that would be painful for Russia if the war continues.

BBC News - 4d

Rubio Says a Cease-Fire in Ukraine Could Happen in ‘Days’ if Russia Agrees

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said top diplomats from the Group of 7 allies meeting in Canada should focus on ending the war. And he shrugged off President Trump’s threats to annex Canada.

The New York Times - 4d

Peace talks are in parallel universe, say Ukraine front-line troops

Ukrainian soldiers on the battlefield say they don't expect to see the war end any time soon.

BBC News - 3d

From daring invasion to rapid retreat: the end of Ukraine’s Kursk gambit

‘Our problems started long before,’ says Ukrainian soldier after seven months in occupied Russian region

Financial Times - 3d

Russia Says It Has Retaken Key Kursk Town From Ukraine

Ukrainian officials have not confirmed a retreat from the town in Russia’s Kursk region, parts of which were captured by Kyiv’s forces last summer.

The New York Times - 3d

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 - 3d

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 - 3d

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 - 3d

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 - 3d

FirstFT: Vladimir Putin pushes maximalist demands in Ukraine talks

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Financial Times - 3d

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 - 2d

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 - 2d

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 - 2d

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

Yahoo News - 17h

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 - 18h

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

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Financial Times - 5h

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 - 3h

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 - 47m

This story isn’t about the priest who abused me. It’s about my mother

She was a master archivist of lies, enabling my stepfather’s crimes against me and my siblings. Despite everything, I needed to believe she loved me. The church, though aware of our abuser’s ...

The Guardian - 6d

Russian strike on Ukrainian town kills 11 as US cuts intelligence sharing with Kyiv

A Russian strike on a town in Ukraine’s embattled Donetsk region has killed at least 11 people as a wave of heavy aerial attacks continued into the second night following a U.S. decision to stop ...

ABC News - Mar. 8

Ukrainian soldier who lost both legs in Russian drone strike says "freedom is expensive"

U.S. and Ukrainian officials are holding talks in Saudi Arabia on ending the war in Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, heading the U.S. delegation, suggested Ukraine will have to agree to let ...

CBS News - 6d

Jeffries mum on confidence in Schumer

House Democratic leaders are staying mum on their assessment of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) amid the uproar over his support for advancing a controversial Republican spending ...

The Hill - 2d

NHL Rumor Roundup: Fallout From The 2025 NHL Trade Deadline

As fans and pundits assess the outcome of a memorable 2025 NHL trade deadline, reports emerged regarding deals that were discussed but ultimately fell through.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Seth Rogen Says Treating His Stoner Lifestyle Brand, Houseplant, Like His Film and TV Projects Has Helped It Grow. Here’s Why

Speaking at Inc.’s Founders House at SXSW, the movie star-turned-businessman discussed his experience wading into the legal complexities of the weed industry.

Inc. - 6d

Pope Francis Discusses Ukraine with Hungarys Nationalist Leader Viktor Orban

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