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17-10-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss arming Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles capable of striking deep into Russia. The meeting comes after Trump held a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, where they discussed trade and potential face-to-face talks in Hungary. Zelensky has been calling for the US to provide Ukraine with advanced missiles, while Trump has expressed concerns about depleting the US stockpile. The situation is complicated by Russia's ongoing attacks on Ukraine, with Ukraine's ambassador to the US stating that Moscow's strategy is one of 'terror and exhaustion'.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Washington, Ukraine • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced that the Senate will move forward with a bill to impose sanctions on Russia, which has overwhelming bipartisan support. The bill, introduced by Senator Lindsey Graham, aims to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine. Despite the White House's initial reservations, Thune expressed confidence that the bill will pass, with 84 senators backing it. The bill includes a 500% tariff on imported goods from countries that buy Russian oil, gas, and uranium. President Trump has not yet committed to supporting the bill, but Thune expects it to be scheduled soon.
Entities: John Thune, Russia, Ukraine, Lindsey Graham, Vladimir Putin • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
Former US President Donald Trump stated that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet in Budapest to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump described their recent call as 'lengthy' and said high-level US and Russian advisers will meet next week ahead of their summit. The Kremlin released a statement saying the call lasted nearly two and a half hours and was 'very informative, yet at the same time extremely frank and confidential.' Trump's plans contrast with Senate Majority Leader John Thune's intention to move ahead with a bill to impose sanctions on Russia, which has bipartisan support.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Budapest, Russia, Ukraine • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
The article discusses President Trump's efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war, following his success in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Trump plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin about holding talks in Budapest. Trump has made ending the war a priority, suggesting that success in the Middle East could aid negotiations with Russia. He has also considered imposing new sanctions on Russia and selling Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. Zelenskyy is expected to press Trump for additional sanctions on Russia during their meeting.
Entities: Donald Trump, Russia, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
The European Union (EU) is pushing to use frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine's military and defense efforts amid growing pressure from US President Donald Trump. The EU has been holding around $204 billion in frozen Russian assets, with about $175 billion in cash having matured. While European countries have used the profits from these assets to aid Ukraine, some have been hesitant to take further action due to potential financial and legal issues. The EU is now calling for quicker action on using these assets to support Ukraine, with a meeting scheduled among the 27 EU heads of state to discuss the matter.
Entities: European Union, Russia, Ukraine, Donald Trump, Euroclear • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
US President Donald Trump claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him that India would stop buying Russian oil, subject to US sanctions. However, India's foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal denied any such conversation or assurance, maintaining that India is a significant importer of oil and gas and will continue to diversify its energy sourcing. The issue has strained ties between the two countries, with Trump announcing a 25% tariff on India as a penalty for importing Russian oil and gas. India's refusal to cease purchasing Russian oil is driven by its energy needs and growing population.
Entities: Donald Trump, Narendra Modi, India, Russia, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
The article analyzes the recent phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing its implications on US-Russia relations and the ongoing Ukraine war. Putin's lengthy call with Trump was seen as a bid to halt the US from supplying Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles. The Kremlin described the call as 'positive and productive' and agreed on a second face-to-face presidential summit in Budapest. However, the article notes that Russia has not shown willingness to compromise on its maximalist objectives in Ukraine. Trump's recent successes in brokering a ceasefire in Gaza have given him confidence in his ability to end the Ukraine war, but the path forward remains unclear.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Russia, Ukraine, US • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
Former US President Donald Trump announced that he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Hungary next week to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Before the meeting, Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington D.C. on Friday to discuss Ukraine's request for Tomahawk missiles and other defensive items. Zelenskyy is seeking to ramp up pressure on Putin to stop his war ambitions in Ukraine. The announcement comes after a recent Russian missile and drone strike on Ukrainian cities and energy sites.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Hungary, Ukraine • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House to push for the sale of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. The meeting comes after Trump announced a surprise summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, sparking concerns that Trump's priorities may be shifting away from Ukraine. Zelensky hopes to convince Trump to provide the Tomahawks, which have a 1,000-mile range and could be used to strike deep into Russia. Trump has expressed doubts about supplying the missiles, citing concerns about depleting the US supply. The meeting is Zelensky's third trip to Washington since Trump returned to office, and comes amid a backdrop of shifting relations between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Ukraine, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
The article discusses the potential impact of the US providing Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine on the ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts between the US, Ukraine, and Russia. It highlights a recent phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, amid speculation about increased military support for Ukraine. The article suggests that the prospect of more military aid may have prompted Russia to return to diplomatic negotiations. High-level officials from the US and Russia are set to meet in Budapest, Hungary, and Trump and Putin are expected to meet again soon. However, the Ukrainian president is not planned to join these talks, which may be a concern for Kyiv and its allies.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine, Russia • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
The article discusses Vladimir Putin's recent phone call with Donald Trump, where Putin managed to 'talk down' Trump from supporting Ukraine by offering a potential summit and flattery. This follows a pattern where Putin buys time by making symbolic gestures, undermining real progress on the war. Putin is set to visit EU soil for the first time since the war began if a summit in Budapest happens, despite ongoing sanctions on Russia.
Entities: Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russia, Ukraine • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
17-10-2025
US President Donald Trump is set to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House today, following a surprise call between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, where they discussed a potential meeting in Hungary to address the ongoing Ukraine war. Zelenskyy had arrived in Washington hoping to secure the use of long-range Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine, but Trump's call with Putin may have altered the dynamics. Trump described the call as 'extremely frank and trustful' and 'very productive', and has proposed another summit with Putin in Hungary, a country that has maintained good relations with Russia.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine, Russia • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
