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The only ‘winner’ here is Putin: Ukraine unites in response to Trump-Zelenskyy spat and resigns itself to new reality

A fractious meeting in Washington has left Ukrainians wondering what will become of relations with the US.

03.03.2025 70

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Lena Surzhko Harned

In pushing for Ukraine elections, Trump is falling into Putin-laid trap to delegitimize Zelenskyy

Ukraine’s leader and opposition leaders have said ‘no’ to elections during wartime – and they have the backing of the majority of Ukrainians.

20.02.2025 9

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On Ukraine, candidate Trump touts his role as dealmaker while Harris sticks with unwavering support

The U.S. presidential election isn’t drawing eyes only at home – Moscow and Kyiv are watching closely, too. Regardless of who wins in November,...

22.10.2024 10

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From Kursk to Kursk: Putin’s attempt to project an image as Russia’s ‘protector’ has been punctured throughout his 25 years in power

In the quarter-century of Vladimir Putin’s rule – he has served as prime minister or president since August 1999 – the former KGB man has...

26.08.2024 5

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Lena Surzhko Harned