The White House says there are no grounds for a Trump-Putin meeting or Lavrov-Rubio negotiations. Putin maintains a tough stance on the war in Ukraine.
Key events for October 21: Ukrainian parliament decisions, attacks on Russian territory, international talks, and refinery incidents.
Overview of the European 12-point peace initiative for Ukraine and Russia, US reaction, Trump's stance, and new strikes on Russian facilities.
Sergey Lavrov disagreed with the US proposal on a ceasefire, complicating dialogue with the US and reducing prospects for a peace deal.
An interview with political scientist Maksym Nesvitaylov on Trump’s White House plans, the failed Putin summit, US influence and peace outlooks.
Analysis of statements from Zelensky, Trump and Europeans regarding the ceasefire, future talks, funding, battlefield innovations and winter's challenges.
Ukrainian drones strike inside Russia, US proposes frozen front line, new fundraising campaign for drones for the front continues.
Discussion on the possibility of snap elections in Ukraine, legislative challenges, and the interests of domestic and international actors.
A summary of major events: strikes on Ukrainian cities, updates on possible Trump-Putin meeting, Russia sanctions, US critical minerals deal.
