Ukraine Peace Talks Amidst Ongoing Conflict

The Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk was hit by a 'massive' Russian strike as peace talks between Ukraine and the US concluded in Florida. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a 'very constructive' phone call with Donald Trump's negotiating team, discussing a potential peace settlement. Despite the talks, Russian air strikes continued, with Kremenchuk being repeatedly targeted. The city's mayor reported damage to infrastructure, with water, electricity, and heating cut off for some residents. European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, condemned the strikes and pledged solidarity with Ukraine. The US and Ukraine urged Russia to show a 'serious commitment to long-term peace', while Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected the idea of a peacekeeping force.

The article discusses a crisis in Europe regarding the use of frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. Leaders of the 'e3' (Germany, France, and Britain) are meeting to discuss Ukraine's future. The European Union is grappling with how to utilize approximately $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. The article highlights the complexities and disagreements among European leaders on this issue, set against the backdrop of the ongoing war in Ukraine and concerns about European security and Russia's influence.

The article discusses the emerging trilateral leadership in Europe, comprising French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Despite struggling with domestic issues, the trio has been actively engaging on the international stage, particularly in response to Ukraine's situation and America's 28-point peace plan. They have been coordinating their efforts, dispatching their national-security advisers to meet with American and Ukrainian delegations. This new leadership is seen as a significant development in European diplomacy.

Former US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding ongoing peace negotiations. Trump stated that Zelensky had not read the latest US-backed peace proposal, indicating a potential impasse in the negotiations. The development comes as the international community remains engaged in efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet with European leaders in London to discuss the ongoing conflict with Russia, amidst a shift in the US stance towards Europe under President Donald Trump's new security strategy. Trump had criticized Zelensky for not reading the latest peace proposal, while the Kremlin praised Trump's harder posture towards Europe. The talks in London will likely focus on the stalled negotiations between the US and Ukraine over security guarantees and territorial issues. Meanwhile, Russia continues to launch attacks on Ukraine, killing at least seven people over the weekend.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting the UK to meet with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and leaders from France and Germany to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and potential peace negotiations. While the meeting is seen as an opportunity to show solidarity and support for Ukraine, a peace deal is not considered a sure thing. US President Donald Trump has expressed disappointment with Zelenskyy's response to a proposed peace plan, saying he hasn't read it. The article highlights the complexities and challenges in achieving a peace deal, with various stakeholders having different positions and interests.