Ukraine-Russia News
LAST UPDATE: September 5, 2025
26 nations vow to give Ukraine postwar security guarantees, Macron says
President Macron announced that 26 nations pledged to provide Ukraine with security guarantees once the war ends.
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The pledge strengthens Ukraine’s long-term security outlook and signals a united Western front in postwar planning.
Kremlin says security guarantees for Ukraine cannot be provided by foreign military, RIA reports
The Kremlin said Ukraine cannot rely on foreign military forces for its security guarantees.
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Moscow’s stance rejects Western military presence in Ukraine, underscoring a key tension in negotiations about future security arrangements.
Putin says any Western troops in Ukraine would be fair targets
Putin warned that any Western troops sent to Ukraine would be considered legitimate targets by Russia.
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The warning escalates rhetoric and signals risks of direct confrontation should Western nations deepen their involvement.
Trump says he will speak to Putin in near future
Former President Trump said he plans to speak with Putin soon, suggesting renewed high-level contact.
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The announcement indicates possible diplomatic engagement but raises uncertainty over the nature and impact of such talks.
Kremlin says Putin and Trump could meet again soon
The Kremlin said Putin and Trump may meet again soon, signaling continued dialogue at the highest level.
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Such a meeting could reshape diplomatic dynamics and affect Western policy coordination on Russia.
Zelenskiy to meet EU’s Costa, Slovakia’s PM on Friday in Ukraine
President Zelenskiy is scheduled to meet Portugal’s Costa and Slovakia’s prime minister in Kyiv on Friday.
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The visit reinforces Ukraine’s European support base and highlights the importance of bilateral ties with EU states.
Russia’s Putin says economy is not stagnating, defends tight monetary policy
Putin defended Russia’s tight monetary stance, saying the economy is not stagnating despite external pressure.
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The remarks seek to project resilience under sanctions, though underlying structural weaknesses may still challenge Russia’s growth outlook.
