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Putin signals openness to talks with Zelensky
Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to engage in discussions with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. However, the legal aspects concerning Zelensky's legitimacy as Ukraine’s head of state are crucial, Peskov emphasized while addressing reporters on Tuesday, February 18. "Putin has repeatedly stated that he would be ready to negotiate with Zelensky if necessary. Nonetheless, the legal formalization of agreements requires serious …
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Drone strike on Russian pump station disrupts oil flow to Kazakhstan
A drone strike targeting the Kropotkinskaya oil pump station in Russia's Krasnodar region could trim the flow of Kazakh oil by up to 30%, according to Transneft statement. Experts fear the station's recovery will take between 1.5 to 2 months.
The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) revealed details about the assault, stating that the station was struck by seven drones packed with explosives and shrapnel. The attack has rendered Kropotkinskaya non-operational, shifting oil transport through the …
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Kellogg's visit to Ukraine: Russian media accuses Ukraine of ‘provocation’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the upcoming visit of Donald Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, to Kyiv. Kellogg is expected to arrive on February 20. However, Russian media has already claimed that the potential visit of Kellogg to the frontlines will be a provocation by Kyiv, alleging that an "accidental shot or shelling" could derail negotiations between the U.S. and Russia.
President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump’s special …
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High-stakes diplomacy: Russia-U.S. talks in Riyadh seek resolution to Ukraine conflict
Russian and American officials are gearing up to orchestrate a summit between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin, a prospect that could mark a significant diplomatic engagement between the two countries. Another critical subject on the agenda, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, is the restoration of the full spectrum of relations.
The delegations from both Russia and the United States are scheduled to meet on February 18 in Saudi Arabia to lay the groundwork for the …
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Ukrainian Forces repel major Russian assault near Velyka Novosilka
Ukrainian forces have thwarted a powerful assault by Russian troops near Velyka Novosilka. Following substantial losses, Russian forces were forced to halt their assault, affording Ukrainian troops an opportunity to fortify defenses and brace for further attacks.
The Russian forces made three attempts to break through the defense lines of the 110th separate mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and adjacent units in the Velyka Novosilka area in Donetsk. However, they faced heavy …