On the Road With Zelensky, Weathered, Weary and Fighting On
Ukraine’s leader, Volodymyr Zelensky, traveled east to visit frontline troops trying to stave off Russian attacks, and invited reporters for The New York Times to go with him.
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These Ukrainians Don’t Want to Be Traded to Russia for Peace
Four years into the war, a major sticking point in talks is control of the eastern Donetsk region. Residents could face an agonizing choice if Ukraine gives up the territory.
The Behind the Scenes Search for Compromise on Territory in Ukraine Talks
The latest round of talks ended with no indication of progress, but negotiators are bargaining over who will control land in eastern Ukraine if they reach a settlement.
Talks on Russia-Ukraine War Enter 2nd Day in Geneva
The discussions in Geneva were expected to focus on territorial issues, a major sticking point, but the short duration suggests major progress was not made.
Russia Nears Capture of Key Ukrainian Towns After Year of Grinding Assaults
Russian troops have advanced at a glacial pace in recent months, but gains in southern and eastern Ukraine could give Moscow an edge in U.S.-mediated peace talks.
Why Is Taking the Rest of the Donetsk Region So Important to Putin?
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the question “the one remaining item” in Abu Dhabi peace talks. Russia disputed that.
Russia Is Finding the Gaps in Ukraine’s Front Line
The swift advance of Moscow’s forces into the town of Huliaipole showcases a central challenge for Kyiv: how to defend 700 miles with too few troops.
Shift to Drone Fighting in Ukraine War Means No Winter Lull
Shifts in tactics and technology in Ukraine mean that the pace of fighting is no longer decided by whether tanks can navigate frozen fields.
Another New Year at War: Ukraine’s Troops Doubt It Will Be the Last
After a year of Russian advances, the goal for 2026 is simply to survive, said one officer in eastern Ukraine. “It’s hard to make any plans,” he said.
For Zelensky, Just Keeping Trump Talking About Ukraine Peace Deal Counts as a Win
Though discussions produced little tangible progress, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine at least avoided the type of setbacks that have blighted earlier meetings.