The U.S. media outlet Axios reported on April 23 that the U.S. President Donald Trump administration’s final proposal for ending the Russia-Ukraine war included the U.S. de jure recognizing Russia’s annexation of Crimea and de facto …
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Russian Soldier Cries Out: “I’m Glad They Captured Me” — Exclusive Interview
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Rubio skeptical Ukraine-Russia peace deal will happen this week
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he was hopeful a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine can be reached soon but expressed doubt that any deal could materialize within a week, he said on April 23 in an interview with the Honestly podcast. …
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Trump says 'nobody is asking' Ukraine to recognize Crimea as Russian
President Donald Trump claimed in a post on his social media platform Truth Social that the U.S. is not forcing Ukraine to recognize Crimea as Russian, following reports a U.S. peace plan includes the U.S. formally recognizing Moscow’s illegal …
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Media identifies over 1,500 foreign mercenaries from 48 countries Russia recruited for war in Ukraine
More than 1,500 foreign mercenaries from 48 countries recruited to fight for Russia against Ukraine have been identified in an investigation by the independent Russian media outlet Important Stories published on April 23.
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Two Russian Military Facilities Attacked by UAV's. Rubio Cancelled His Visit to Peace Negotiations
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If Trump recognizes Crimea, the biggest losers are Ukraine — and the US, experts say
As Ukrainian, American, and European officials meet in London to discuss a U.S. peace plan that includes recognizing Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea, experts warn that formally giving Crimea up to Russia would breach international law and …
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What If Russia Attacks? Poland's 100,000 Civilians Are Preparing for the Worst
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'Dangerous and cruel' — Trump's reported Crimea proposal sparks horror among Ukraine's lawmakers
Reports that the U.S. could formally give de jure recognition to Russia’s control over Crimea have landed like a bombshell in Kyiv, with lawmakers unanimous in their opposition to such a move, as well as issuing grave warnings about its …
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'Groundless accusations, political manipulations' — China reacts to Ukraine summoning its envoy
China’s Foreign Ministry on April 23 accused Ukraine of making “groundless” accusations after the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry summoned a Chinese ambassador to present evidence of Chinese involvement in Russia’s war.
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‘There are not enough’ — Putin admits gaps in Russian weapons manufacturing
Despite significantly ramping up weapons production last year, Russia’s armed forces are still missing key military equipment, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting of the state Military-Industrial Commission on April 23, Kremlin …
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Ukraine insists on 'immediate, full, and unconditional ceasefire,' Zelensky says
Ukraine insists on an “immediate, full, and unconditional ceasefire,” President Volodymyr Zelensky said on April 23 amid strained peace efforts and intensifying Russian attacks.
“That was the proposal put forward by the United States …
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EU considers ways to ban new Russian gas contracts, Reuters reports
The European Commission is exploring options to legally prohibit EU companies from signing new contracts for the supply of Russian gas, Reuters reported on April 22, citing an undisclosed senior EU official.
The EU is also considering ways to allow …
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Downgraded peace talks between US, Ukraine, and European allies begin in London
Editor’s note: This is a developing story and is being updated.
U.S., U.K., German, French, and Ukrainian officials began their meeting on April 23 to discuss a path toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war, Sky News reported.
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'Ukraine ready to negotiate, but not surrender,' Deputy PM says amid strained peace efforts
Ukraine will not accept a peace agreement that would give Russia a chance to regroup for further attacks, and sees a full ceasefire as “the necessary first step,” Deputy Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said on April 23.
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London talks suspended over 'lack of consensus on some issues,' Kremlin claims
A ministerial meeting of U.S., European, and Ukrainian officials was postponed due to a “lack of consensus on some issues, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on April 23 after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and others decided to skip …
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Drone attack reported in Russian region hosting 'kamikaze' drone factory
Russian air defenses on April 23 opened fire against drones in the Alabuga Special Economic Zone in Russia’s Tatarstan, the site of a Shahed-type drone factory, independent news channel Astra reported.
Astra and other Telegram channels shared …
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Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 22
Editor’s note: This is issue 22 of Ukrainian lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak’s weekly “Ukraine Reforms Tracker” covering events from April 14–20, 2025. The digest highlights steps taken in the Ukrainian parliament related to business, …
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Ukraine Business Roundup — The mining company losing faith in Trump's minerals deal
The following is the April 22, 2025 edition of our Ukraine Business Roundup weekly newsletter. To get the biggest news in business and tech from Ukraine directly in your inbox, subscribe here.
As a U.S.-proposed deal for Ukraine’s natural resources …
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Trump admin fires coordinator responsible for collecting data on Russia's war crimes in Ukraine, WP reports
The Trump administration fired a coordinator responsible for collecting data on war crimes committed by Russia during its full-scale war against Ukraine, the Washington Post (WP) reported on April 22, citing its undisclosed sources.
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Irpin mayor involved in smuggling cars under guise of humanitarian aid, investigation claims
Oleksandr Markushyn, the mayor of Irpin, has been involved in smuggling cars under the guise of providing aid to Ukraine’s defense forces, according to NGL Media’s investigation published on April 21.
Markushyn created and led a volunteer …
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'This is a very dangerous moment' — Zelensky warns against US withdrawal from peace effort
Ukraine does not want the U.S. to withdraw from peace talks on ending Russia’s full-scale invasion, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on April 22 during a press conference.
Zelensky’s statement comes as Washington has announced it is ready …
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Ukraine's, UK's defense and foreign ministers meet in London
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov are meeting their U.K. counterparts, David Lammy and John Healey, in London on April 23, Sybiha said.
“We are grateful to the U.K. for its leadership and support. …
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Vance expects territorial concessions from Russia, Ukraine in potential peace deal
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said on April 23 that the U.S. presented a “very explicit proposal” to Russia and Ukraine on a peace deal, repeating warnings Washington might drop its peace effort if the belligerent sides refuse.
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US not pushing for Ukraine's demilitarization as part of peace deal, Reuters reports
The U.S. does not call for reducing Ukraine’s military capabilities and is not opposed to a European peacekeeping force in the country, Reuters reported on April 23, citing two undisclosed diplomatic sources.
While these positions contradict …