Zelensky and Macron hold intensive peace talks at Élysée Palace

Ending the war in Ukraine and securing robust security guarantees were the core issues discussed on Monday, December 1, between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron, during a crucial Zelensky Macron meeting held at the Élysée Palace.

US and Ukraine conclude productive peace talks in Florida

The US-Ukraine peace talks regarding the conditions for a peace deal concluded on Sunday evening, November 30, in Florida. The discussions were deemed "very productive," but the path to a comprehensive agreement remains steep, according to official statements.

Russian oligarchs initiate secret talks with US on post-sanctions projects

Russian oligarchs close to President Vladimir Putin — Yuri Kovalchuk, Gennady Timchenko, and the brothers Arkady and Boris Rotenberg — have initiated confidential discussions with the United States, positioning themselves for a post-sanctions era.

Ukrainian delegation leaves for US for talks on Trump's peace plan

A Ukrainian delegation is traveling to the United States to discuss President Donald Trump's proposed peace plan, according to the Astra publication, which cites Bloomberg and a source familiar with the situation.

EU warns Ukraine: Must eradicate corruption for EU bid

The European Union’s Justice Commissioner has issued a stark warning that Kyiv must clean up its politics amid a reported $100 million corruption probe targeting the inner circle of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to Politico.

National guard soldier dies after DC shooting near White House

US National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom, wounded in the shooting attack near the White House in Washington, has died at the hospital.

Russia assesses record taxes post-Ukraine war start

The Russian Federal Tax Service (FTS) has calculated record tax liabilities and penalties for businesses and citizens since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine.

Italy general strike Nov 28: Travel disruption warning

Italy faces major disruption on Friday, November 28, due to a planned 24-hour national general strike.

Belgian strike: Over half of flights canceled at Brussels

A nationwide strike has plunged Belgian airports into chaos, paralyzing operations at Brussels Airport, where over half of the scheduled flights have been canceled.

Rubio: US security guarantees for Ukraine only after peace deal

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reportedly informed European allies that Washington will only be willing to offer security guarantees to Ukraine after a peace agreement has been signed with Russia.

Shadow fleet tankers too old to sail, need scrapping

An increasing number of the aging oil tankers that Russia assembled to export its crude, thus bypassing Western sanctions, are reaching the end of their operational life and require scrapping.

Von der Leyen warns that threats to Ukraine also endanger Moldova and Romania

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered a powerful message of support for Ukraine following a massive attack launched by Russia on the morning of November 25. This attack involved missiles and drones that violated the airspace of both the Republic of Moldova and Romania.