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Ukraine war briefing: Witkoff peace plan call angers Republicans

Several Republicans condemn the White House over its handling of proposed plan they say favours Russia.

The Guardian - AU

Russia's frozen assets at center of negotiations over Ukraine peace deal

Europe is considering seizing billions in Russian assets to support Ukraine, as proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump

The Independent UK

Peace in Ukraine? Believe it when you see it, especially if Russian demands are prioritized

The United States recently — and suddenly — announced a 28-point peace plan to end Russia’s war in Ukraine, seemingly jointly written with Russian delegates, and presented it to Ukraine.

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Crude Prices Settle Higher on Dampened Optimism for a Russian-Ukrainian Peace Deal

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.70 (+1.21%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) closed up +0.0251 (+1.39%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are settled higher on Wednesday. Dollar weakness on Wednesday boosted crude prices. Also, doubts about a deal to end the Russian-Ukrainian war sparked...

Barchart

Peace deal should limit Russia's army rather than Ukraine's, says Kaja Kallas

EU foreign ministers met on Wednesday to discuss efforts to end Russia's war on Ukraine. "The focus should be on what kind of concessions we see from the Russian side," High Representative Kaja Kallas said.

Euronews

Crude Prices Gain on Doubts About a Russian-Ukrainian Peace Deal

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) today is up +0.08 (+0.14%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) is up +0.0110 (+0.61%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are slightly higher today. Dollar weakness today is boosting crude prices. Also, doubts about a deal to end the Russian-Ukrainian war have sparked some...

Barchart

Russian nationals among 4 people arrested in France over espionage probe

French authorities have arrested members of a pro-Russia group over alleged links to espionage-related activities

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Ukraine peace deal will hinge on security guarantees – but Kyiv has been there before

Whether the various peace plans now under discussion bring an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine will depend largely on security guarantees. But securing an agreement between Ukraine, its allies and Russia about how Ukraine’s future security will be assured may prove to be the most difficult part of any…

The Conversation

As France prepares military expansion, how is Europe beefing up its armies?

European nations are rushing to bolster their defences amid Russia threat and uncertainty of US support

The Guardian - UK

Can Europe prevent an unjust ‘peace’ in Ukraine – and what is at stake if it fails?

Seizing Moscow’s money to bail out Kyiv may be all that stands between a fair outcome and a ‘deal’ that brings war in the rest of Europe a step closer

The Guardian - UK

Leak Shows Trump Aide Coaching Russians On How To Flatter Trump For Peace Deal

A leaked transcript reveals that US envoy Steve Witkoff coached Russian officials on how to flatter Donald Trump to get approval for a controversial Ukraine peace plan, raising questions about the legitimacy of the diplomacy.

International Business Times UK

The latest inflation figures offer no joy – except to the gas producers whose windfall profits remain largely untouched

The boom in world gas prices due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to energy companies making out like bandits

The Guardian - AU

Trump backs Witkoff after leaked call appears to show envoy advised Putin aide on Ukraine peace plan

The US president reacted to the leaked transcript aboard Air Force One on Tuesday, stating that Witkoff "got to sell" the deal to both Russia and Ukraine, adding, "That's what a dealmaker does."

Euronews

Von der Leyen warns against ‘carving up’ of Ukraine amid crunch US-led talks

Commission president says undermining of sovereign European nation would ‘open the doors for more wars’

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Zelenskyy Backs US Peace Framework as Trump Sends Envoys to Putin and Kyiv for Final Negotiations

Ukraine says the US peace framework can become a full agreement as Trump sends envoys to meet Putin and Kyiv officials in a push to finalise a deal.

International Business Times UK

Macron Ends Youth Deployment to Ukraine, Plans to Involve African Resource Instead

Macron ends speculation about French youth sent to Ukraine and outlines a new Africa policy focused on equal partnerships over resource extraction.

Euronews

US ambassador suggests Germany take NATO's top military role in future

For decades, a US general or admiral has held the post as head of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. Now, more signs from Washington point to a change coming in the future.

The Independent UK

Kremlin confirms US envoy's visit as Russia-Ukraine peace talks gain momentum

A senior Kremlin official confirms that U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff is set to visit Moscow next week

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Vladimir Putin in WWE? Vince McMahon's Insane Plan To Get The Russian President To Appear In The Show

Former WWE star reveals Vince McMahon once tried to bring Vladimir Putin to a WWE show as Donald Trump's past involvement proves anything can happen in pro wrestling.

Benzinga

'Look Forward To Meeting Zelenskyy, Putin Soon,' Trump Says: Ukraine's President Says 'Much Depends On The United States'

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump declared that he would meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin only after a peace agreement had been reached or was close to being finalized.

Euronews

Ukraine talks: 'Europe must keep pressure on Russia', von der Leyen says

The EU Commission president called on Europeans to step up pressure on Moscow and warned that despite its stated intention to engage in peace talks, "Russia's mindset has not changed".

The Independent UK

Trump envoy Witkoff coached Russian official on how to praise US president, leaked call reveals

Steve Witkoff is facing calls to be sacked after a transcript of a call discussing the Ukraine peace plan with Vladimir Putin’s senior aide was released

The Guardian - UK

Putin trying to negotiate an end to Ukraine war as he cannot win it on battlefield, says EU’s Kallas – as it happened

EU’s foreign policy chief says ‘there’s one aggressor and one victim’ in conflict amid US push to end the war

Benzinga

JD Vance Hits Back At Mitch McConnell's 'Appeasing Putin' Claim As Ukraine Accepts 'Core Terms' Of Trump's 'Fine-Tuned' Deal

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has engaged in a war of words with Senate Republican Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) over President Donald Trump‘s emerging Ukraine peace deal.

Euronews

EU should stop discussing and move forward with Ukraine reparations loan, Dombrovskis tells Euronews

In an interview with Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today, European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis said that the EU should stop discussing the options to finance Ukraine and proceed with using Russian frozen assets.

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