The new rules keep Russian assets frozen until Russia ends the war and pays reparations to Ukraine. Belgium’s concern about repaying loans if Russia reclaims the funds was addressed by removing that provision. 3X
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EU approves mechanism to freeze €210B of Russian assets
The EU has just approved a legal mechanism to keep €210 billion of Russian assets frozen indefinitely. This move restricts countries with pro-Kremlin leanings, such as Hungary under Orban and Slovakia, from unfreezing these assets. A significant step in maintaining pressure on Russia — Politico.
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Zelenskyy: Ukraine will not sacrifice its land, independence, or people
Zelenskyy continues working with international partners on a peace framework, security guarantees, and reconstruction plans. The message is clear: Ukraine will not sacrifice its land, its independence, or its people. 3X
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Russia demands land; Trump plan cedes territory; Europe seeks ceasefire
Russia still demands Ukrainian land, especially Donetsk. Trump's peace plan demands Ukraine accept broad territorial losses and limit its military. European leaders, on the other hand, are focused on negotiating a cease-fire and securing guarantees for Ukraine’s safety. 2/
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Ukraine refuses land cessions; 54% oppose concessions even if war continues
Ukraine will not cede its land to Russia. Zelenskyy: Any decision on territory must be approved by the Ukrainian people. 54% of Ukrainians oppose territorial concessions, even if it means continuing the war, reports WSJ. 1/
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Driscoll too aggressive pushing Ukraine to give up Donbas
Driscoll was too aggressive, pushing Ukraine to give up Donbas. He stepped out of line and ignored his role, demanding territory concessions when he had no authority to do so. European officials said he caused unnecessary tension within the US team. 3/
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Hegseth removes Driscoll from Ukraine talks after territory dispute
Hegseth pulled US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll from the Ukraine peace talks because “he was taking on too much” – The Telegraph. Driscoll pushed Ukraine to give up territory to Russia, but Zelenskyy rejected the deal. Driscoll refused to back down. 1/
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Unofficial channel brings confusion, suspicion, leverage to Ukraine talks
channel has emerged outside normal diplomacy. That adds confusion, suspicion — and leverage — in negotiations that will decide Ukraine’s borders and security. 9X
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Umerov under cloud leads peace talks amid opposition criticism
Umerov himself is under a cloud. While not charged, there is speculation he could be implicated as investigators expand into the defense sector. Opposition figures argue it’s reckless for someone under suspicion to lead existential peace talks. 7/
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Rustem Umerov secretly met FBI leadership during US visit
Rustem Umerov secretly met FBI leadership multiple times while traveling to the US for negotiations with Trump envoy Witkoff. The meetings were not disclosed to most Western partners, triggering concern over their purpose and timing. 2/