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EU sources: The European Council opened diplomatic channels with Russia to open a negotiating table

According to EU sources, the European Council, under President Antonio Costa, has initiated diplomatic channels with Russia via phone calls in an effort to establish communication and potentially end the conflict. The source notes that while brief diplomatic contacts have occurred in recent weeks, no substantial discussions have taken place. Signals of potential change were evident from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s open letter requesting a meeting with Putin, though Moscow’s willingness remains unclear. During Putin’s state visit to Kazakhstan on May 27, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry

Le bombe continuano a cadere: l’ultimo attacco su Kiev ha provocato la morte di undici persone e danni ingenti a siti Unesco della città. Le speranze di pace passano adesso dal G7: tra i temi che il leader mondiali affronteranno oggi c’è anche la ricerca di un accordo tra Ucraina e Russia.

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15:15

Zelensky al G7: “Negoziati con la Russia? Molto difficile”

Sull'ipotesi di una data di ripresa dei negoziati con la Russia con la mediazione degli Stati Uniti, ventilata anche al G7 di Evian dove è arrivato oggi, il presidente ucraino, Volodymyr Zelensky ha affermato che l'organizzazione di tali discussioni è "molto difficile". Zelensky ha ricordato che avrebbe voluto cogliere l'opportunità del G7 per incontrare Vladimir Putin, ma che la Russia non era d'accordo. "Non sono sicuro che abbiano ricevuto segnali positivi" da parte degli Stati Uniti, ha aggiunto il presidente ucraino.

Quanto alla replica di Mosca, che ha proposto a Zelensky di incontrare Putin nella capitale russa, Zelensky ha affermato che l'Ucraina "non partecipa a questi giochetti", ma che un incontro può svolgersi in un paese neutrale: "si potrebbe fare in Svizzera, in Turchia, in un paese del Medio Oriente", ha aggiunto. Ma Putin "non vuole mettere fine alla guerra", ha sottolineato.

14:45

Trump: “Pronti a reintrodurre sanzioni a petrolio russo”

Gli Stati Uniti sono pronti a l"asciare scadere le deroghe per il petrolio russo" e quindi a ripristinare le sanzioni. Lo ha reso noto il presidente Donald Trump parlando a Evian, dove è in corso il summit del G7.

14:05

Lavrov: “Con adesione dell’Ucraina l'Ue si disintegrerebbe”

Se l'Ucraina aderisse all'Unione Europea, questa semplicemente collasserebbe. E' la previsione del ministro degli Esteri russo Sergei Lavrov . "Dal punto di vista dei problemi interni dell'Ue, forse non sarebbe una cattiva idea per l'Ucraina aderire. Poichè i problemi semplicemente si disintegrerebbero", ha affermato in una conferenza stampa al termine di un incontro con il ministro degli Esteri turco, Hakan Fidan . Lo riporta Ria Novosti .

13:55

Lavrov: “Quella di Zelensky è diplomazia da megafono”

Quella di Volodymyr Zelensky è solo "diplomazia da megafono". Lo ha detto il ministro degli Esteri russo, Sergei Lavrov , rispondendo al presidente ucraino che ieri aveva detto di aver proposto a quello russo Vladimir Putin un meeting al G7 di Evian, aggiungendo che Mosca "non è pronta" "Penso che lui stesso non volesse inviare alcun segnale, perché è impegnato in una diplomazia da megafono", ha affermato Lavrov, citato da Tass. "Lui annuncia tutto pubblicamente, come ha fatto recentemente con il messaggio sgarbato al presidente Putin", ha aggiunto il ministro russo, riferendosi a una lettera aperta di Zelensky a Putin.

13:54

Zelensky: “Gli Usa siano pronti a darci un sostegno”

"La Russia deve capire che la sua guerra non diventerà mai la norma": lo scrive sui social il presidente ucraino Volodymyr Zelensky , giunto oggi a Evian per il vertice del G7. Il presidente ucraino ha ringraziato i dirigenti del G7 per la loro partecipazione alla sessione di lavoro di questa mattina sull'Ucraina e per "le loro idee pertinenti sul modo di costringere la Russia alla pace". "Le priorità sono chiare - continua Zelensky - aumentare il numero di missili di difesa aerea ed accordare licenze per la loro produzione, avviare un programma di aiuti per l'inverno ed intensificare la pressione sulla Russia". "E' importante - continua Zelensky su Telegram - che gli Stati Uniti siano pronti a dare il loro sostegno in questi settori".

In un altro post, dopo l'incontro con Donald Trump questa mattina, Zelensky aveva scritto che "è sempre importante coordinare le nostre posizioni", aggiungendo una foto di se stesso a colloquio con il tycoon. All'incontro hanno preso parte anche il capo negoziatore americano, Marco Rubio , e il capo negoziatore ucraino, Rustem Umerov . "L'essenziale - conclude Zelensky - è che tutto quello che è stato discusso sia realizzato. La Russia deve capire che la sua guerra non diventerà mai la norma"

12:36

Von der Leyen: “La situazione quest’anno è diversa per l'Ucraina, Mosca è stanca”

“La situazione sta cambiando per l'Ucraina. La situazione nel 2026 è molto diversa da quella del 2025. L'Ucraina sta difendendo coraggiosamente la linea del fronte. La stanchezza della Russia è ormai evidente. È il momento di raddoppiare il nostro sostegno. Con la prima erogazione del prestito Ue da 90 miliardi di euro. Con un pacchetto invernale a sostegno dell'Ucraina nel corso dell'anno.

Il G7 sostiene un'Ucraina forte e sovrana”. Lo scrive su X la presidente della Commissione Europea Ursula von der Leyen .

The tide is turning for Ukraine.

The situation in 2026 is very different from 2025.

Ukraine is bravely holding the frontline. Russia’s fatigue is openly showing.

That’s the time to double down on our support.

With the first disbursement of the €90 billion EU loan.

With a… pic.twitter.com/nRV2I9AByp

— Ursula von der Leye…

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Il Fatto QuotidianoIndependentCenter4 days ago
EU sources: The European Council opened diplomatic channels with Russia to open a negotiating table

According to EU sources, the European Council, under President Antonio Costa, has initiated diplomatic channels with Russia via phone calls in an effort to establish communication and potentially end the conflict. The source notes that while brief diplomatic contacts have occurred in recent weeks, no substantial discussions have taken place. Signals of potential change were evident from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s open letter requesting a meeting with Putin, though Moscow’s willingness remains unclear. During Putin’s state visit to Kazakhstan on May 27, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry

Bias read (Center): The article presents information from EU sources without overtly biased language or selective sourcing. It reports on diplomatic efforts between the EU and Russia without taking a clear stance on the situation or favoring one side over the other.

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  • government European Council
ANSAIndependentRight4 days ago
G7 in Evian, Trump: 'I had very good talks with Zelensky and Putin'

At the G7 summit in Evian, Donald Trump stated he had productive discussions with both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin. He expressed hope for an end to the war in Ukraine and claimed he has resolved eight wars in his career. Trump also praised the G7 summit as a success, emphasizing topics such as preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and opening the Strait of Hormuz immediately. French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted the importance of implementing a plan for free trade through the Strait of Hormuz during the final press conference of

Bias read (Right): The article presents Trump's statements without critical commentary, using direct quotes that emphasize his positive interactions with both Zelenskyy and Putin, which aligns with a right-leaning perspective by highlighting Trump's views on resolving conflicts and his stance on international issues.

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  • government Donald Trump's statements at the G7 summit
  • government Emmanuel Macron's remarks at the G7 press conference
ANSAIndependentCenter5 days ago
Trump, 'Putin has to make the deal'

The article discusses the bilateral meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7 summit. Trump emphasized the need for Russia to reach an agreement and pledged to intensify pressure on Vladimir Putin. Zelensky received assurances from the G7 regarding continued support for Ukraine and potential new restrictive measures against Moscow. Trump also mentioned the possibility of reintroducing sanctions on Russian oil, which had been temporarily lifted due to energy crisis concerns following the blockage of Hormuz. The discussions took place aftera

Bias read (Center): The article presents statements from both Trump and Zelensky without overtly favoring one side. It reports on diplomatic efforts and potential policy changes neutrally, focusing on the content of their discussions rather than taking a stance on the issues raised.

la RepubblicaIndependent🔒Center5 days ago
Ukraine war Russia news, June 16th. Ukrainian bomber crashes: crew dead.

The article discusses ongoing attacks in Ukraine, with recent bombings in Kyiv causing significant casualties and damage to UNESCO sites. It highlights President Zelensky's comments at the G7 regarding the difficulty of negotiations with Russia, noting that he wanted to meet Putin but faced Russian opposition. Zelensky suggested potential meeting locations in neutral countries like Switzerland or Turkey. The article also mentions former US President Donald Trump indicating readiness to reinstate sanctions on Russian oil.

Bias read (Center): The article presents information from multiple perspectives without overtly favoring any side. It includes quotes from both Zelensky and Trump, providing balanced coverage of the situation and potential actions by different parties involved.

Official sources cited

  • government Zelensky's statement at the G7
  • government Trump's remarks on sanctions
la RepubblicaIndependent🔒Center5 days ago
Trump after the interview with Zelensky: Russia must make a deal

The G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains has begun with a trilateral meeting between French President Emmanuel Macron, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This marks the first face-to-face encounter between Zelensky and Trump in nearly four months. The discussions focus on Ukraine peace talks and other international issues. Trump praised Macron as 'exquisite' and confirmed he would attend a dinner at Versailles celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a balanced summary of events without overtly favoring any side. It reports on diplomatic meetings and statements neutrally, citing direct quotes from officials without editorializing or emphasizing particular viewpoints.

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  • organisation Trilateral Meeting Between Macron, Trump, Zelensky
  • organisation Reuters Photo of Leaders at G7
ANSAIndependentCenter5 days ago
Trump at the G7 in Evian: 'Moscow needs to make a deal, I will do everything in my power.

At the G7 summit in Evian, discussions on Ukraine highlighted three key points: unity among G7 nations supporting President Zelensky, increased energy and defense support for Ukraine, and continued pressure on Moscow due to ongoing Russian attacks. French diplomatic sources confirmed that leaders agreed to impose additional sanctions on Russian oil and gas. U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Russia must reach an agreement and emphasized he would do everything in his power to achieve this. Ukrainian President Zelensky attended the summit and was welcomed by French President Macron.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual statements from multiple diplomatic sources without overtly biased language or selective emphasis. It reports directly on the positions expressed by various leaders and officials without apparent ideological framing or omission of opposing viewpoints.

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  • government Italian diplomatic sources
  • government French diplomatic source
  • government Donald Trump
  • government Volodymyr Zelensky
  • government Emmanuel Macron
OpenIndependentCenter5 days ago
Zelensky: I suggested Trump meet Putin in the US. US President: With their excellent talks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated he suggested to former U.S. President Donald Trump that an encounter with Russian President Vladimir Putin could be organized in the United States, in a format that would make it harder for Putin to refuse. During the G7 summit in Evian, Trump mentioned having had good conversations with both Zelensky and Putin and expressed belief that both leaders are open to finding a solution. He noted that with the Iran issue resolved, attention would shift to the Ukraine conflict.

Bias read (Center): The article presents statements from both Zelensky and Trump without overtly favoring one side. It reports directly on their remarks regarding potential diplomatic efforts without editorializing or emphasizing one perspective over another.

Official sources cited

  • government Zelensky's statement on suggesting meeting with Trump and Putin
  • government Trump's comments at G7 on conversations with Zelensky and Putin
Il GiornaleParty-alignedCenter6 days ago
Zelensky and Putin on the phone with Trump

The article discusses two phone calls involving Donald Trump on his 80th birthday. The first call was from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who expressed gratitude for U.S. military support and emphasized Ukraine's continued dependence on the United States. A second, longer call occurred later, though details are not fully provided.

Bias read (Center): The article presents both Zelensky's and Trump's perspectives without overtly favoring one side. It describes the content of the calls neutrally, focusing on the geopolitical dynamics rather than taking a clear stance on the conflict or the individuals involved.

Il GiornaleParty-alignedRight6 days ago
US-Iran agreement to be signed on Friday. Trump warns Tehran: "Without a final nuclear deal, we will resume attacks." Italy, France, Germany: "Never atomic weapons for the Pasdaran"

The article discusses an agreement between the United States and Iran, with Donald Trump warning Tehran that without a final nuclear deal, Washington would resume attacks. The European Union, including Italy, France, and Germany, supports the agreement and is prepared to lift some sanctions. The G7 is working to solidify the truce and ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

Bias read (Right): The article frames Trump's threats as a strong stance against Iran, emphasizing military readiness and potential U.S. dominance over Middle Eastern oil revenues. It highlights European support for the agreement but does not present counterarguments or alternative perspectives from Iran or other keyU

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Il GiornaleParty-alignedCenter7 days ago
Fifty-five minutes with Putin, thirty with Zelensky. Diplomacy moves from greetings to Trump

The article discusses diplomatic efforts by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to engage with the White House on the occasion of U.S. President Donald Trump's 80th birthday, while the ongoing conflict continues to reshape global diplomacy.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a neutral summary of diplomatic engagement efforts without overtly favoring any side. It does not use loaded language, provide one-sided sourcing, or omit significant context.

OpenIndependentCenter7 days ago
Putin calls Trump for his birthday: the 55-minute call, then the half-hour with Zelensky. Requests to Moscow and the point on Iran

On his 80th birthday, former US President Donald Trump had two significant phone calls: one with Russian President Vladimir Putin lasting 55 minutes, and another with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky lasting 30 minutes. Both conversations focused on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and potential diplomatic pathways toward a ceasefire. The call with Putin also touched on the situation in Iran, where preliminary agreements were expected.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual details about the phone calls without overtly favoring any side. It reports on the content of the discussions between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky without using loaded language or emphasizing one perspective over others. The framing appears balanced, focusing on the events

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Il Fatto QuotidianoIndependentCenter7 days ago
Trump sent Putin and Zelensky on his 80th birthday: he asked for an end to the war in Ukraine

On his 80th birthday, Donald Trump made two phone calls—one with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and another with Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to Russian officials, Trump requested an end to the war in Ukraine during these conversations. The call with Zelensky was described by Ukrainian advisors as significant, covering topics including birthday wishes, diplomacy, and the war. Additionally, Trump posted on Truth, commenting on an attack in Beirut and expressing concerns about an agreement with Iran.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information without overtly biased language or selective sourcing. It reports on Trump’s actions and statements neutrally, citing multiple sources including Ukrainian and Russian officials. There is no clear emphasis on one side over another.

Official sources cited

  • government Ushakov (Putin's advisor)
  • organisation Tass (Russian news agency)
  • government Dmytro Lytvyn (Ukrainian communications advisor)
la RepubblicaIndependent🔒Center7 days ago
Ukraine War - Russia, the news. Zelensky: 'A very positive call with Trump, I wished him well and we discussed negotiations'

The article reports on recent developments related to the Ukraine war, focusing on a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, as well as a conversation between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Trump. Zelensky expressed gratitude for American support and mentioned discussions about peace efforts during their call. He also noted that he would meet with Trump at the upcoming G7 summit in France.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information without overtly biased language or selective sourcing. It includes direct quotes from Zelensky and mentions the phone call between Trump and Putin without taking a stance on either side. The framing appears balanced, covering both Zelensky’s expressions of US

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Il GiornaleParty-alignedCenter7 days ago
Tycoon-Zelensky meeting at G7

The article mentions a meeting between a tycoon and Zelensky at the G7, but notes that no bilateral meetings have taken place yet.

Bias read (Center): The article provides minimal information and does not exhibit clear bias in framing or sourcing. It simply states that a meeting occurred without indicating any particular stance or emphasis.

Il Fatto QuotidianoIndependentCenter12 days ago
Russia-Ukraine, Roman Abramovich is back as a mediator (as he was at the Istanbul talks): the Russian oligarch is the messenger between Putin and Zelensky.

Italy's Il Fatto Quotidiano reports that Ukrainian President Zelensky revealed Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, previously a back-channel figure in the 2022 Istanbul talks, has resurfaced as a messenger between Moscow and Kyiv. According to Zelensky, Russia initiated contact via Abramovich, and Zelensky's key message was that Ukraine will not cede the Donbas, while expressing willingness to freeze the front line after a ceasefire. Putin subsequently said at the St. Petersburg economic forum that he saw no reason to meet Zelensky unless Ukraine halted the advance of Russian forces.

Bias read (Center): The article attributes claims to named parties (Zelensky, Putin) and reports the diplomatic exchange descriptively without loaded language favoring either side.

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  • government Volodymyr Zelensky's statement to Sky News
ANSAIndependentCenter12 days ago
NATO shot down a drone in Latvia, Moscow rejects negotiations

A NATO fighter jet shot down a drone over Latvia, marking a new development compared to recent drone incursions in Romania. The incident occurred amid ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with Moscow rejecting calls for direct negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow. NATO countries have also prepared a 21st sanctions package against Russia, following a summit involving leaders from the UK, Germany, France, and Ukraine.

Bias read (Center): The article reports events objectively without overtly favoring any side. It mentions NATO actions, Russian responses, and Ukrainian positions neutrally, without loaded language or one-sided sourcing.

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  • press_releaseTrump's statement to the New York Times
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  • organisationTass (Russian news agency)
  • governmentDmytro Lytvyn (Ukrainian communications advisor)
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  • governmentCremlino statement on Trump-Putin call
  • governmentVolodymyr Zelensky's statement to Sky News
  • organisationNATO statement on drone incident
  • governmentLatvian Ministry of Defence statement