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Time of India
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- Time of India
‘Putin's Personal Victory': Zelensky Jibes Trump But Report Reveals Kyiv's ‘Secret Surrender' Plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is reportedly showing more flexibility about giving up some territory in negotiations to end the war with Russia in secret. Although publicly Zelensky has refused to accept losing land or giving up claims on Russian-held areas, The Daily Telegraph reported that Ukraine could agree to freeze the current front lines — meaning not trying to retake some areas controlled by Russia, including parts of eastern Ukraine (Luhansk and Donetsk), Crimea, and parts of the southern regions Zaporizhzhia and Kherson. In return, Ukraine would demand strong security guarantees from Western countries, such as continued military support and a clear path to joining NATO. This shift comes ahead of a planned summit between Russian President Putin and U.S. President Trump, where a land swap deal might be discussed, which Trump said could benefit both countries. On Tuesday, Zelensky said that the Alaska summit was a personal victory for Putin. Watch for more details.#Zelensky #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineConflict #LandConcessions #NATOSecurity #PutinTrumpSummit #UkraineTerritory #EasternUkraine #Crimea #Zaporizhzhia #Kherson #UkraineNegotiations #PeaceTalks #RussiaUkraineWar #Geopolitics Read More
Indian Express
an hour ago
- Indian Express
C Raja Mohan writes: When Trump meets Putin, hurdles crossed and yet to come
That Vladimir Putin is being hosted on American soil this week — after a decade of deep tensions —marks a significant moment in the shifting relations between the United States, Russia, Europe, and China. The Alaska peace talks on Ukraine, alongside broader discussions on US-Russia ties between President Donald Trump and Putin, could have far-reaching consequences for Eurasian security and the global order. India, now facing a 25 per cent additional tariff on exports to the US because of its Russian oil imports, has a direct stake in the summit's outcome. PM Narendra Modi called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reaffirm India's support for the peace process. Putin's last visit to the US was in 2015 for a UN summit, when he met President Obama on the margins. Subsequent meetings with US presidents took place in third countries — Helsinki in 2018 and Geneva in 2021. His last formal White House summit was in 2005. Since the late 2000s, US-Russia relations have steadily worsened, fuelled by NATO's eastward expansion, Moscow's annexation of Crimea in 2014, and its invasion of eastern Ukraine in 2022. Given two decades of political hostility toward Russia in the US, suspicions within the American 'deep state' that Trump is a Russian asset, and Democratic attempts to impeach him in his first term, the decision to host Putin is a bold political move. That, in turn, is rooted in Trump's worldview. Three elements stand out. First, Trump has consistently signalled a desire to break from Washington's entrenched antagonism to Russia and bear the political cost. Constrained in his first term, he now appears determined to explore a different relationship. Second is Trump's claim to be the 'peace president'. In 2024, he claimed the invasion would not have occurred if he were president and that he could end it 'on day one.' In his January 2025 inaugural address, he declared: 'We will measure our success not only by the battles we win but also by the wars that we end — and perhaps most importantly, the wars we never get into.' This aligns with the MAGA movement's rejection of 'endless wars' and focus on rebuilding the homeland. Third is Trump's instinct to link peace with profit. His ideas — turning Gaza into a resort, securing mineral rights in Ukraine, exploring business with Russia or selling Pakistani oil to India — reflect a 'peace-for-profit' logic. If the Alaska summit produces a deal, expect significant commercial components. Trump's Ukraine envoy Steve Witkoff and Putin aide Kirill Dmitriev have been developing 'peace-for-business' proposals. These centre on de-escalation in exchange for commercial openings between the US and Russia. Core areas involve structured oil and LNG flows, protections for energy infrastructure, and penalties if hostilities resume. Arctic cooperation is also on the table. Another track explores controlled trade in critical minerals and rare earths. Significant hurdles remain in the pursuit of peace for profit: Political resistance in Congress and Europe, and Kyiv's opposition to arrangements that reward aggression. More challenging are the structural problems in the complex negotiations over ending the war. The summit's format excludes Ukraine and sidelines Europe, raising doubts about legitimacy and durability. Efforts are being made to engage the Europeans and include Zelenskyy in some form, but the essential dilemma remains — whether to pursue a rapid ceasefire that freezes current lines or a slower process that secures broader legitimacy. Meanwhile, Putin's emphasis is on direct talks with Trump. Five intertwined issues are at the heart of the peace talks: First is the question of a ceasefire — an immediate, verifiable halt to hostilities, with clearly agreed lines of control. Next comes territory and sovereignty: Russia seeks recognition, or at least de facto acceptance, of its control over Crimea and the occupied parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia, while Ukraine firmly rejects any land-for-peace arrangement. The third issue is security architecture, with Moscow demanding binding limits on Ukraine's NATO membership, Western bases, and arms supplies, and Kyiv insisting on its sovereign right to choose its alignments. Fourth is sanctions relief: Russia wants rapid easing, but the West insists that meaningful concessions must come first. Finally, there is enforcement — credible monitoring mechanisms, withdrawal schedules, buffer zones, and dispute-resolution arrangements to prevent any agreement from collapsing. Each of these issues is difficult to resolve to the satisfaction of all parties. Any one can derail the peace talks. To complicate matters, the stakeholders of peace have divergent positions. Trump wants a quick and big 'win', but some in the administration and many in Washington insist on caution. Moscow is seeking a durable settlement in which the Russian role in European security is secured. It wants to block NATO expansion and seeks a say in Ukraine's internal order. Kyiv demands full sovereignty and the freedom to choose its security partners. Europe is split on tactics: Some urge 'ceasefire first', others insist on Ukraine's place at the table and reject unilateral concessions. European leaders fear Trump and Putin could cut a 'Yalta-style' bargain over their heads, but they have limited leverage in persuading Trump. Beijing is also wary that a US-Russia rapprochement might free Washington to concentrate pressure on China in Asia. For India, reconciliation between Washington and Moscow is welcome. The Russia-West conflict has historically strengthened China and Pakistan, constraining India's regional policies. Delhi hoped Trump's pursuit of peace with Russia would align with its interests. But India has now become collateral damage in Trump's bid to pressure Moscow into a deal. Failure in Alaska would be bad news for India; success, however, would not guarantee tariff relief. Trump has embraced tariffs as a diplomatic and political weapon and may continue to use them against India. It would be ironic if Delhi's long-standing bet on Moscow left it in a position where US-Russia ties improve while its own troubles with Washington persist. This would not be unprecedented. During the detente of the 1970s, the USSR's focus was on managing the global order in partnership with the US. After the Cold War, Russia ignored its old friends in favour of building partnerships with the US and Europe. It took more than a decade to restore India's close ties to Moscow. The lesson for Delhi is clear: It cannot take any great power for granted, but must strive to develop independent relations with all of them. Ukraine is a stark reminder that India should not get drawn into great power conflict, despite the transient opportunities that may present themselves. The writer is distinguished fellow at the Council on Strategic and Defence Research and contributing editor on international affairs for The Indian Express
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First Post
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- First Post
FirstUp: EU leaders to hold virtual meeting with Zelenskyy and Trump and other top news
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will take part in a virtual meeting today with US President Donald Trump, US Vice President JD Vance and several European Union leaders. Officials from Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, the UK, as well as the EU and Nato, will speak with Zelenskyy first before he joins a separate call with Trump and Vance It is a packed day with several important events lined up. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold virtual talks between EU leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two will speak first before he joins US President Donald Trump and his Vice President JD Vance. The third round of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) will take place in New Delhi. CTUs-SKM, a joint platform of ten Central Trade Unions and the Samyukt Kisan Morcha, plan to stage a nationwide protest today against Trump's tariff warnings and the India-UK CETA. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A court is set to deliver its verdict for J-pop star Kenshin Kamimura, who faces sexual assault charges during a celebration dinner. Let's take a look at the events: EU leaders' virtual meetings with Trump and Zelenskyy Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to join a virtual meeting today with US President Donald Trump, US Vice President JD Vance and several European Union leaders. According to The Guardian, representatives from Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, the UK, along with the EU and Nato, will first hold discussions with Zelenskyy before he joins a separate call with Trump and Vance. Representatives from Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, the UK, along with the EU and Nato, will first hold discussions with Zelenskyy. Reuters/File Photo Germany has said that Chancellor Friedrich Merz will host the talks, which will also include EU presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, as well as Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte. The discussions come amid rising concern among European leaders about being left out of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska this Friday. India, Singapore to hold 3rd ministerial roundtable The third round of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) will take place in New Delhi today, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday. From India, the meeting will be attended by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, and Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Singapore will be represented by Deputy Prime Minister and Trade and Industry Minister Gan Kim Yong, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam, Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, Digital Development and Information Minister Josephine Teo and others. Notably, the ISMR serves as a platform to set new goals for cooperation between India and Singapore. Its first meeting was held in New Delhi in September 2022, followed by the second in Singapore in August 2024. The two countries share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Trade unions, farmers to hold nationwide protest CTUs-SKM, a joint platform of ten Central Trade Unions and the Samyukt Kisan Morcha, is set to hold a nationwide protest today against US President Donald Trump's tariff threats and the India-UK CETA. In a statement, the group condemned Trump's recent warning to impose 25 per cent tariffs on India and his call for a punitive tax on the oil trade deal with Russia. They said India should reject the tariff threats and uphold its right to trade with all countries, including Russia. They also demanded an immediate review and changes to the India-UK CETA, and called for all talks on a US-India trade agreement to be stopped to avoid what they described as corporate exploitation. Japanese actor Kenshin Kamimura to receive verdict in sexual assault case J-pop singer Kenshin Kamimura is expected to receive the verdict in his sexual assault case today. The 25-year-old, formerly part of the boy band ONE N' ONLY, is accused of assaulting a local female interpreter during a celebration dinner in March at a Hong Kong restaurant following a fan meeting. Kenshin Kamimura at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts in Hong Kong. Reuters/File Photo In Hong Kong, the offence of indecent assault can lead to a prison term of up to 10 years. With inputs from agencies
