#Peace Talks

Laura Loomer: Zelenskyy’s invitation to Moscow is a 'suicidal step', negotiations require a neutral venue

Politics 11/02/2026, 17:20

American influencer Laura Loomer stated in an interview with RBC-Ukraine that a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin should not take place in Moscow, suggesting the White House or Mar-a-Lago as neutral venues. She called the Kremlin's invitation an attempt to 'troll' the Ukrainian leader.

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"Trump is frustrated": Laura Loomer reveals why the White House is rushing peace on Ukraine

Politics 11/01/2026, 17:18

American influencer Laura Loomer stated that Donald Trump is frustrated by the lack of progress on Ukraine and wants to bring Zelenskyy and Putin to the negotiating table amid approaching midterm elections.

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Rubio: No Signs of Approaching Peace Settlement in Ukraine — Conflict Has Reached a 'Strategic Deadlock'

Politics 10/31/2026, 20:24

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that there are no signs of an approaching peace settlement in Ukraine and the conflict has entered a 'strategic deadlock'. His words contrast with the optimism of Trump and Johnson about the swift end of the war.

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Zelenskyy and Erdogan Agree to Prepare Trilateral Negotiations in November and Discuss Expansion of Diplomatic Platform

Politics 10/31/2026, 20:17

Following talks in Turkey, Zelenskyy and Erdogan confirmed preparations for trilateral contacts Ukraine—USA—Russia for the first half of November and discussed involving Ankara and Europe in negotiations, as well as the continuation of the grain corridor.

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Kyiv Rejects 'Just a Call': Presidential Office Says Zelensky-Putin Talk Cannot Replace Agreements

Politics 10/30/2026, 12:57

Zelenskyy's Office stated that a phone call with Putin cannot replace agreements on ending the war: Kyiv demands a meeting of leaders with guarantees in a trilateral format, while Moscow insists on bilateral contact.

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Kremlin Names Topic of Trilateral Talks in Abu Dhabi: Security Guarantees After a Peace Settlement

Politics 10/30/2026, 12:36

The Kremlin stated that the main topic of the trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi will be security guarantees for Russia and Ukraine following a peace settlement. The meeting may take place on November 6–10.

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ISW: Russia steps up daytime strikes on Ukraine to force Kyiv into winter capitulation

Politics 10/30/2026, 09:32

According to ISW, Russia is intensifying daytime strikes on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure to force Kyiv into winter capitulation while simultaneously trying to sideline Europe from peace talks.

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Peskov: EU representatives will not participate in trilateral negotiations on Ukraine

Politics 10/29/2026, 13:31

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that trilateral peace talks on Ukraine do not include EU representatives. Moscow accused Brussels of fueling the war.

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Zelenskyy: Trilateral meeting of Ukraine, USA, and Russia on war settlement expected Nov 6–10 in Abu Dhabi

Politics 10/28/2026, 22:47

Zelenskyy stated that a trilateral meeting of Ukraine, the US, and Russia on ending the war is being prepared in Abu Dhabi and is expected in the November 6–10 window. Kyiv is awaiting Washington's date coordination after November 4.

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Russian Foreign Ministry Calls Talks on Negotiations in Abu Dhabi 'Premature': What Is Known About Date and Venue

Politics 10/28/2026, 21:48

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov called talks on trilateral negotiations in Abu Dhabi premature. Ushakov and Peskov stated that the date will be announced, but did not confirm November 10.

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Zelenskyy names November 10 as likely date for trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi

Politics 10/28/2026, 16:49

Volodymyr Zelenskyy told The Sun that November 10 is the likely date for trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. Poland had previously cited November 4.

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"Kherson Has Come Alive": Ombudsman Lubinets Reports First Results of the Ceasefire in the City

Politics 10/28/2026, 16:33

Ombudsman Lubinets reported that Kherson has "come alive" following the introduction of the ceasefire, with residents calmly walking the streets for the first time in a long time. The cessation of hostilities is in effect until November 1.

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Støre Defends Putin Call for Second Day: De-escalation Steps and Territorial Red Line Outlined

Politics 10/28/2026, 15:20

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre defends his phone call with Putin for the second consecutive day, outlining de-escalation steps and emphasizing that Ukraine will not recognize territorial losses.

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Trump Announces 'Very Soon' Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting and Does Not Rule Out Strikes on Iran After Elections

Politics 10/28/2026, 13:39

Early in the morning on October 28, Donald Trump stated that a face-to-face meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy will be organized 'very soon,' and when asked about strikes on Iran after the November 3 elections, replied: 'Anything is possible.'

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Putin's Talks with Norway and Finland Took Format of Historical Excursions — FT

Politics 10/28/2026, 11:52

According to the FT, Putin's talks with the leaders of Norway and Finland stretched to an hour and a half and took place largely in the format of historical excursions rather than discussing ways to end the war.

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"Open Game": Zelenskyy Reveals Norway and Finland's Strategy on Talks with Putin

Politics 10/28/2026, 10:42

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine knew in advance about the preparation by the leaders of Norway and Finland for talks with Putin and was informed of their goals. Kyiv is discussing the agenda of the trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi and security guarantees.

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Zelenskyy: Ukraine Wants Abu Dhabi Meeting Before US, China and Russia Summit

Politics 10/28/2026, 10:00

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine would like to hold a trilateral meeting with the US and Russia in Abu Dhabi before a possible US-China-Russia summit, calling the idea of a "new Yalta" unacceptable for the modern world.

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Stubb and Støre Call Putin: What Was Discussed and How Kyiv Reacted

Politics 10/27/2026, 12:43

Finnish President Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Støre held a phone call with Putin, passing on Kyiv's signals regarding peace talks in Abu Dhabi. The conversation was confirmed by both the Kremlin and Ukraine.

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