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- There’s ‘psychological deadline’ for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says
- Kremlin says it remains open to US talks despite Trump’s reported anger at Putin
- Ukraine-US talks on minerals deal …
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Europe and NATO Will Stand Against Russia
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Zelensky's party's parliamentary leader denies preparation for elections

There are no ongoing preparations for elections, as all parties agree that the next vote can be held only after the lifting of martial law, Davyd Arakhamia, the parliamentary leader of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s Servant of the People party, told …
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Rubio to discuss Ukraine, NATO in Brussels this week

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Brussels between April 2 and 4 to discuss a path toward peace in Ukraine and NATO’s priorities, the State Department announced on March 31.
“In Brussels, Secretary Rubio will attend the …
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Belgian film festival cancels screening of 'Russians at War' documentary after Ukraine's appeal

The Docville Film Festival in Leuven canceled the screening of the controversial “Russians at War” documentary after an intervention of the Ukrainian Embassy, Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry announced on March 31.
Canadian-Russian …
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2 killed, 21 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day

Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least two civilians and injured at least 21 over the past day, regional authorities reported on April 1.
Ukrainian air defenses shot down two Kh-59/69 guided aerial missiles launched by Russia against …
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German, Lithuanian foreign ministers arrive in Kyiv

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys arrived in Kyiv on an official visit on April 1.
“Due to the deadlock between the U.S. and Russia, it is absolutely crucial to… show that we… …
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Waltz held sensitive talks on Russia, Ukraine on Signal, WSJ reports

U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz has created and hosted multiple sensitive national-security conversations on Signal with cabinet members, including those on peace between Russia and Ukraine, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on March …
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'So far, it doesn't mean anything' — Russia launches no mass drone strike against Ukraine overnight

Russian forces did not launch a mass drone strike against Ukrainian civilian targets overnight on April 1, according to the Air Force’s reports.
“We’ll keep monitoring; so far, it doesn’t mean anything,” National Security …
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General Staff: Russia has lost 916,770 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

Russia has lost 916,770 troops in Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces reported on April 1.
This number includes 1,540 casualties Russian forces suffered just over …
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Armenia refuses to finance contributions to Russian-led CSTO security

Armenia has refused to pay its contributions to the budget of the Moscow-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) for the past year, the Foreign Ministry said on March 31, after suspending its participation in the military alliance in …
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Russia's calls for transitional Ukrainian government 'not appreciated' by Trump, State Department says

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s calls to establish a temporary government in Ukraine to replace President Volodymyr Zelensky were “not appreciated” by U.S. President Donald Trump, a State Department spokesperson said on March 31. …
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Trump again threatens oil tariffs against Russia if peace deal not reached

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on March 31 to impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil exports if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not “make a deal” to end the war in Ukraine.
“I want to see (Putin) make a deal, so that …
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Pro-Russian entities have conducted over 650 cyberattacks against Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict, showcasing a coordinated approach alongside military actions.
Pro-Russian entities have conducted over 650 cyberattacks against Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict, showcasing a coordinated approach alongside military actions.
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🎙️ Exclusive Interview: Jonathan Fink on Ukraine, Global Politics & Rising Tensions
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Zelensky, Starmer plan meeting on Ukraine peacekeeping force

President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer about coordinating steps for Ukraine’s security, including a future meeting about peacekeeping troops, in a phone call on March 31.
Starmer, along with French President …
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1,000 km of War — Is Putin Preparing His Most Ambitious Attack Yet?
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Poland signs $2 billion air defense deal with US

Poland has signed a $2 billion contract with the United States for a “multi-layered air defense” program, the Polish Defense Ministry announced on March 31.
Warsaw has taken several measures to boost its national defenses since the start …
Why Is Belarus Testing Combat Readiness Near NATO Borders?
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Trump not pleased with Russia or Ukraine, White House says

U.S. President Donald Trump has “expressed displeasure” with both Russian and Ukrainian leaders amid efforts to secure a ceasefire in the full-scale war, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on March 31.
Leavitt’s …
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Ukraine war latest: There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says

Key developments on March 31:
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Russia's Black Sea ceasefire demands are a 'fools errand' for Trump, major blow for Ukraine

With much fanfare, the U.S. on March 25 announced it had brokered an agreement between Russia and Ukraine to “eliminate the use of force” in the Black Sea after two days of talks in Saudi Arabia.
But while Kyiv said it was ready to abide …
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🔴 Wrap-Up: Trump, Putin & Ukraine – Negotiations Stalled
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Weimar+ group pledges more aid to Ukraine, weighs new Russia sanctions

The Weimar+ group announced on March 31 that it would increase aid to Ukraine while considering additional sanctions on Russia to pressure Moscow into a ceasefire, Reuters reported.
Foreign ministers from Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Britain, and …
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Russia's Prosecutor General asks Supreme Court to remove Taliban from 'terrorist organizations' list

Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office has filed a petition with the Supreme Court requesting the suspension of the ban on dealings with the Taliban, pro-government media outlet Interfax reported on March 31.
The Supreme Court is set to …
12th Army Corps officially revealed
Another Army Corps formation of the Ground Forces makes an official appearance.