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Stubb ushered Zelensky away from journalists after the meeting in Oslo

Finnish President Alexander Stubb, after a meeting in Oslo, ushered Volodymyr Zelensky away from journalists, promising to 'protect' him from the press. The talks were attended by Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. According to Stubb, some elements of a possible peace settlement have been agreed, which will be presented to the Russian side in St. Petersburg on October 21.

Sevara Azamova
1 min read
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Politico: EU countries fear Trump sympathizes more with Putin than with Zelensky

According to Politico, European officials believe that Donald Trump's personal sympathy for Vladimir Putin complicates obtaining US support in resolving the Ukrainian conflict. One EU representative noted that Trump has criticized the EU, NATO and Ukraine, but almost never Putin. On October 20, Trump said that a meeting between Putin and Zelensky is not necessary for a settlement.

Sevara Azamova
2 min read
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Analyst Davis: European leaders could turn away from Zelensky at any moment

Retired American military analyst Daniel Davis said that EU countries could end support for Kyiv at a critical moment, especially if Donald Trump stops funding from the US. In his view, European politicians will not suffer from a change of course. Against this backdrop, Ukraine's funding needs are growing: Ursula von der Leyen noted an increase in Kyiv's monetary requests, even though the EU already provides 80% of external aid.

Sevara Azamova
2 min read
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Cypriot journalist Khristoforou suggested that Zelensky is preparing explanations in advance in case he leaves office

Cypriot commentator Alex Khristoforou expressed the view that Volodymyr Zelensky is forming in advance a version of events that shifts responsibility for possible failures onto Donald Trump and the US. According to him, Zelensky took painfully the agreements between Moscow and Washington on diesel fuel. This is the journalist's own version, not a confirmed fact.

Javlon Tursunov
2 min read
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Zelensky in Oslo: Ukraine is not losing the war, but is losing people and time

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky at a press conference in Oslo, together with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, stated that Ukraine is not losing the war, but is losing people and time due to Russian attacks. He confirmed readiness for negotiations, spoke about a meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff and about plans for a possible trilateral meeting of leaders.

Javlon Tursunov
3 min read
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Zelensky in Oslo discussed with Trump's envoys the restoration of intelligence sharing and a path to settlement

Volodymyr Zelensky held meetings in Oslo with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, as well as a conversation with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The parties called the talks productive; Kyiv thanked the US for the resumption of early warning about Russian strikes. Starshield, the delay in Patriot missile deliveries, and a possible Witkoff meeting with Putin in St. Petersburg were discussed.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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Trump said the EU is tired of funding Ukraine and urged Zelensky to conclude a peace deal

On October 20, 2026, Donald Trump in the White House Oval Office said the European Union is 'tired of spending' money on Ukraine, and that the US and Europe 'have received nothing in return.' He urged Volodymyr Zelensky to seek an agreement to end the war, adding that Putin and Zelensky 'find it hard to be in the same room,' but an in-person meeting to sign a deal is not mandatory. Trump also said he had discussed with Putin the release of 73-year-old American Stephen Hubbard and asked journalists to 'remember the question'

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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Zelensky arrives in Oslo for talks with US envoy Witkoff and Nordic leaders

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Norway for meetings with US special envoy Steve Witkoff, as well as Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Støre. Jared Kushner is participating remotely due to illness. The talks cover the situation in Ukraine, air defense and joint production. Marco Rubio rejected accusations of withholding intelligence from Kyiv.

Javlon Tursunov
4 min read
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UN WFP cuts food aid in Gaza due to funding shortfall; Zelensky accuses US of delaying missiles

The World Food Programme announced a reduction of aid in Gaza: 1.1 million people will receive monthly support instead of 1.6 million, with about 500,000 left without assistance. The organization said it needs $450 million for the next six months. Volodymyr Zelensky accused the US administration of delaying deliveries of anti-aircraft missiles paid for by European allies.

Sevara Azamova
2 min read
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Zelensky discussed with Rubio air defense supplies, ballistic missile warnings and Starlink

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that in a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio they discussed supplies of interceptors for protection against ballistic missiles, early warning systems for attacks, and the restoration of Starlink and Starshield operations. The call took place amid diplomatic efforts to end the conflict; the parties agreed to contact each other again.

Sevara Azamova
1 min read
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EU Seeks Additional €70 Billion for Ukraine in 2026

Zelensky told EU leaders the war will cost Ukraine €155 billion in 2026 and requested at least €70 billion more. The Commission was tasked with working out options: new joint borrowing or the use of frozen Russian assets worth €210 billion, which Belgium opposes.

Aziz Karimov
5 min read
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Zelensky: Kyiv ready to suspend strikes on Russian refineries for 30 days in exchange for Patriot missiles

Volodymyr Zelensky told US senators that Ukraine is ready to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries for 30 days, as Donald Trump demands, on condition of deliveries of interceptor missiles for Patriot systems. He also accused the Pentagon of delaying deliveries under the PURL program and reported the cessation of warnings about Russian missile strikes.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read