Zelenskyy News - Latest Updates & Headlines
He was never going to be a member of NATO: Trump on Ukraine President Zelenskyy
Washington, DC, March 31: US President Donald Trump, on Sunday (local time), addressed Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's intentions regarding the rare earth deal with the US and his aspirations for NATO membership.
US concludes Black Sea security talks with Russia and Ukraine in Riyadh
Washington, DC, March 26: The United States recently held expert-level discussions with delegations from both Russia and Ukraine in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from March 23 to 25. These bilateral meetings followed high-level discussions by US President Donald Trump with, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy respectively, an official press release by the White House stated.
US, Ukraine agree to ensure safe navigation, prevent commercial vessels use for military purposes in Black Sea
Washington, DC, March 26: In line with high-level discussions between US President Donald J Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the United States facilitated bilateral technical-level talks with a Ukrainian delegation from March 23-25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, an official press release by the White House stated.
US, Russia negotiators begin talks in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh
Riyadh, March 24: The high-stakes meeting between a US delegation led by US Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wiktkoff and Kremlin negotiators has started in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, where the Trump administration is pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict in separate talks with Moscow and Kyiv, CNN reported.
Russian delegation arrives in Riyadh to participate in US-brokered peace talks
Riyadh, March 24: The Russian delegation arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Monday, to participate in the peace negotiations brokered by the United States, aiming to reach a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
Putin's ultimatum to Ukrainians; legalise immigration status or leave Russia by September 10
Moscow, March 21: Russian President Vladimir Putin has given another ultimatum to Ukrainians living in the country by ordering them to legalise their immigration status or leave by September 10, Moscow Times reported quoting a presidential decree published on Thursday.
Trump to sign rare earth mineral deal with Ukraine 'shortly', expresses hope for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
Washington DC, March 21: US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said that he would be signing a rare earth mineral deal with Ukraine "very shortly."
Trump, Zelenskky agree; US-Ukraine to continue working together to bring about end to war
Washington, DC, March 20: US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed that Ukraine and the US will continue working together to bring about a real end to the war and that lasting peace under Trump's leadership can be achieved, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
We've never been this close to peace, WH Press Secy on Russia-Ukraine conflict
Washington DC, March 20: US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, in her press briefing on Wednesday (local time), said that the parties involved in the Russia-Ukraine conflict have never been closer to a ceasefire than they are now.
US, Russia agree that Ukraine conflict should end, White House Press Secy says
Washington DC, March 20: US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, in her press briefing on Wednesday, said that US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed that the Russia-Ukraine conflict needs to end and also underlined the importance of better bilateral relations between the two nations.
Trump speaks with Ukraine's Zelenskyy about possible ceasefire with Russia
Washington, DC, March 19: US President Donald Trump announced he had a "very good" one-hour phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, aimed at a possible ceasefire with Russia.
Zelenskyy warns of Russian troop buildup, says Ukrainian forces will remain in Kursk 'as long as needed'
Kyiv, March 19: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia is amassing troops along the Sumy front and preparing fresh offensives on the Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Kharkiv fronts to escalate pressure on Kyiv in the coming months, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday.
Russia must accept proposal for 30-day ceasefire: French President Macron
Paris, March 15: French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday (local time) called on Russia to accept the US-brokered proposal for an interim 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, emphasizing that "atrocities must stop."
Zelenskyy accuses Putin of manipulating ceasefire proposal
Kyiv, March 14: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of manipulating the ceasefire proposal, stating that Moscow is crowding the idea with preconditions designed to delay or derail progress.
Zelenskyy apologised to Trump, US Special Envoy Witkoff says
Washington DC, March 11: US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff said that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy apologised to Trump in a letter after an explosive public argument during an Oval Office meeting, The Hill reported.
Zelenskyy in Saudi Arabia for peace talks, US meeting follows
Kyiv, March 11: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Monday, holding discussions focused on securing a lasting peace in Ukraine and strengthening bilateral economic ties, Al Jazeera reported.
Entire front line would collapse if...: Elon Musk warns Ukraine
Washington, DC, March 10: Tesla and Starlink CEO, Elon Musk on Sunday, warned that the entire frontline of Ukraine's defence system would collapse if he "turned off" his Starlink system, which has been important in maintaining military communications for the war-hit nation.
Ukraine determined to do everything to end war with just and lasting peace: Zelenskyy
Kyiv, March 9: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared on Saturday details of the upcoming meeting between American and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia for negotiating peace talks as the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to rage on.
Trump warns Russia of sanctions, tariffs until Ukraine ceasefire deal reached
Washinton, DC, March 8: US President Donald Trump has said he is "strongly considering large-scale banking sanctions and tariffs" on Russia until a "ceasefire and a final peace settlement agreement" with Ukraine is reached.
Belgium will continue to support Ukraine, says PM Bart De Wever
Brussels, March 6: Belgium's Prime Minister, Bart De Wever on Thursday assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Belgium will "continue to support Ukraine."
Zelenskyy meets Belgian PM, hails decision to transfer F-16 Jets
Brussels, March 6: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday met with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever in Brussels, expressing gratitude for Belgium's support, particularly the decision to transfer F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine.
Zelenskyy hails EU support: We're not alone in fight against Russia
Brussels, March 6: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed heartfelt gratitude to European leaders for their unwavering support during the European leaders summit in Brussels, Al Jazeera reported.
Zelenskyy emphasises Ukraine's reliance on European unity, expresses gratitude for Germany's significant contributions
Kyiv, March 5: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with Olaf Scholz, the outgoing German Chancellor and emphasized Ukraine's reliance on European unity and expressed gratitude for Germany's significant contributions to strengthening Ukraine's air shield, ultimately protecting thousands of lives.
Trump says Zelenskyy ready for peace, agreement on minerals and security
Washington, DC, March 5: US President Donald Trump said that he has received a letter from his Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday, where he expressed Ukraine's readiness to come to a negotiating table to bring lasting peace closer. Trump said that Zelenskyy also expressed Ukraine's willingness to sign the agreement on minerals and security.
Kyiv absolutely determined to cooperate with US, says PM Denys Smyhal
Kyiv, March 4: Following the decision of the Donald Trump administration in the United States to halt military aid to Ukraine, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Smyhal said Kyiv is "absolutely determined to continue cooperation with the US" despite the Trump administration's suspension of military aid, Al Jazeera reported.
Ukraine President Zelenskyy meets German leader Merz, 'appreciates' Berlin's support for Kyiv
Kyiv, March 4: As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues to scramble for support through Europe following rift with the United States, he held a 'productive' conversation with Christian Democratic Union (CDU) leader and likely German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz on Tuesday.
Trump hints Zelenskyy won't be around very long
By Reena Bhardwaj, Washington, DC, March 4: The Trump administration has paused military aid to Ukraine following a verbal clash between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office
Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after Oval Office clash with Zelenskyy: Reports
Washington, DC, March 4: US President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine after the Oval Office clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last week, Fox News reported.
Ukraine needs greater collective strength from the world, says Zelenskyy
Kyiv, March 3: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday that Ukraine was fighting for normalcy and safety, and added that it wants the war to end.
Spend less time worrying about Putin, and more time worrying about migrants, Trump
Washington DC March 3: US President Donald Trump on Monday pushed back criticism that his stand on Ukraine was pro Putin by asking people to focus more on domestic issues like immigration.
Zelenskyy praises Europe's strong support for Ukraine at London Summit
London, March 3: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed strong appreciation for the support Ukraine has received during a European leaders summit in London on Sunday (local time) focused on Ukraine's future and its relationship with Europe.
Ukraine 'ready to sign' minerals deal with US: Zelenskyy
Kyiv, March 3: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that Ukraine is "ready to sign" a minerals agreement with the United States, describing it as the "first step toward security guarantees."
Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets King Charles at Sandringham House
England, March 3: After meeting UK PM Keir Starmer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday (local time) met Britain's King Charles III at Sandringham House.
Trying to get Putin to a negotiating table in peace talks: Marco Rubio
Washington, DC, March 3: United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has weighed in on the ongoing discussions surrounding the potential for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, noting that the primary goal at the moment is to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, ABC News reported.
UK, France, Ukraine to present peace proposal to US: Starmer says
London, March 2: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said the United Kingdom, France and Ukraine have agreed to work on a ceasefire proposal to present to the United States, Al Jazeera reported.
Meaningful, warm meeting with UK PM Keir Starmer: Volodymyr Zelenskyy
London, March 2: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his unwavering support during their meeting in London, calling it a "meaningful and warm" discussion.
UK PM reiterates unwavering support for Ukraine, calls for lasting peace
London, March 2: Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated the UK's commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and security during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at 10 Downing Street.
Trump not for war, it's a good thing: Ex Indian envoy
Gurugram, March: Former Indian diplomat Anil Trigunayat said that the spat between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump was "not conducive to diplomacy", and it would have been more mature to sort the differences between the leaders.
Ukraine wants peace, but...: Zelenskyy stresses need for 'security guarantee' against Russia following public spat with Trump
Kyiv, March 1: Following the public spat with US President Donald Trump regarding the ceasefire in the ongoing war with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasised that his country wants peace but stressed that a "just and lasting peace" is not possible without Kyiv being provided with security guarantees.
Russian Foreign Ministry says Trump, Vance displayed miracle of restraint against Zelenskyy
Moscow, March 1: Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova has said that US President Donald Trump and US Vice President JD Vance displayed a "miracle of restraint" by refraining themselves from hitting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, whom she called "scumbag," Al Jazeera reported.