Ceasefire Talks Archives - National Times

07 Feb

U.S. Sets June Target for Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal as Russian Strikes Strain Power Grid

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Kyiv, February 7, 2026: The United States has proposed a deadline of early summer for Ukraine and Russia to reach a peace agreement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as renewed Russian attacks on energy infrastructure forced nuclear power plants to scale back electricity output. Speaking to reporters, Zelenskyy said Washington is pushing for a settlement by June and may increase pressure on both sides if progress is not made within that timeframe. “The Americans want the war to end by the beginning of summer and are working toward a clear timeline for achieving this,” Zelenskyy said, noting that the plan…

06 Jan

Canada Joins High-Stakes Paris Talks on Ukraine Ceasefire, Carney Signals Expanded Security Role

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PARIS, January 6: Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Paris on Tuesday to join key international partners in discussions on securing a potential ceasefire in the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia, with Canada expected to outline how it could contribute to future security arrangements. The meeting brings together the so-called “coalition of the willing,” a group of more than 30 countries that have pledged continued political, military, and strategic support to Ukraine. The talks are taking place at a critical moment, as ceasefire negotiations are believed to be entering a decisive phase. During his visit, Carney is scheduled to…

20 May

Russia-Ukraine to Start Truce Talks After Trump-Putin Call, 30-Day Pause on Attacks Agreed

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National Times Bureau, May 20, 2025: In a major diplomatic development, Russia and Ukraine have agreed to begin immediate ceasefire talks following a two-hour phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The conversation reportedly led to a preliminary agreement halting Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy and infrastructure facilities for the next 30 days.Although the truce marks a potential breakthrough, it remains limited. President Putin refrained from committing to a full ceasefire, reiterating Russia’s long-standing demands. These include security guarantees about Ukraine’s NATO membership and an end to Western arms support for Kyiv.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…

25 Mar

US Mediates Partial Ceasefire Talks as Ukraine and Russia Continue Attacks

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National Times Bureau, March 25, 2025: US negotiators pushed for a 30-day partial ceasefire in Ukraine, holding talks with Russian representatives in Riyadh on Monday, a day after separate discussions with Kyiv’s team. Despite an agreement "in principle" last week, hostilities persist as both sides continue drone and missile strikes.Ceasefire Disputes and Nuclear Plant ProposalA key dispute is over which targets should be off-limits. The US insists on protecting energy and infrastructure, while Russia limits it to energy facilities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks additional safeguards for railways and ports.Former US President Donald Trump, overseeing the negotiations, proposed the US…