Vitaly Portnikov dissects Putin's renewed use of "Novorossiya", examining its historical context and implications for the war and Ukrainian politics.
The US believes Putin wants peace, but Kremlin statements and Russia's economic troubles suggest otherwise. Situation analysis.
Analysis of recent statements by Putin, Trump, Xi, and Macron regarding Ukraine peace negotiations: perspectives, evaluations, and challenges.
Key contradictions over frozen Russian assets, EU hesitancy in support, and the main challenges for Ukraine.
Key developments in peace negotiations on Ukraine, Russia's position, statements from Trump, Europe's response, and military events
An analysis of how economic ties between the EU and China shape policy on the war in Ukraine and influence prospects for diplomatic negotiations with the US and Russia.
The Druzhba oil pipeline was sabotaged, Hungary feels the consequences, Ukrainian MPs increased their salaries, EU protests, Azarov sentenced.
Overview of ongoing peace talks on Ukraine, with analysis of US, Russian and EU positions, budget impacts and likely future scenarios.
Key developments: progress in peace talks with Russia, adoption of the 2026 state budget, and new EU financial support promises.
