Here’s the latest news on Russia and Ukraine:
Recent Developments
- Ukraine has halted the transportation of Russian gas supplies through the country, following the expiration of a five-year transit deal ¹.
- The head of Ukraine’s Security Service counter-terrorism department was arrested on suspicion of working for Russia since 2018 ¹.
- US President Donald Trump announced the beginning of negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine, following a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin ¹.
Sanctions and Diplomacy
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy imposed sanctions on multiple oligarchs and individuals, including former President Petro Poroshenko, on suspicion of “high treason” and assisting a terrorist organization ¹.
- Ukraine and the United Kingdom signed a 100-year partnership agreement ¹.
- Ukraine and Albania signed a 10-year bilateral security agreement ¹.
Conflict and Tensions
- Ukraine announced the capture of two North Korean soldiers during fighting in Russia’s Kursk Oblast ¹.
- Tensions have erupted in Ukraine following President Zelenskyy’s sanctions on former leader Poroshenko ¹.
