Russia has left trilateral talks with the US and Ukraine; the EU considers taking the mediator role. Overview of frontline and global events.
Journalist and political analyst Vitaly Portnikov discusses the future of Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Western initiatives, and military strategies.
Analysis of recent changes in tax policy for EV owners, new suggested fees, and government reactions.
An expert analyzes Russia's refusal of Ukraine talks with Trump as mediator, info campaigns around May 9, and internal Russian shifts.
Vitalii Portnikov comments on Russia's decision to suspend Ukraine-US-Russia peace talks until Kyiv complies with Kremlin demands.
The Russian Defense Ministry threatened to strike Kyiv if Ukraine attacks Moscow on May 9. Reactions from Ukrainian authorities, the West, and diplomats.
Summary of key events: Umerov's US mission, Zaluzhny's mobilization proposals, drone attacks, EU stance on diplomats, return of Ukrainians.
Russia's May 9 Victory Day featured no military hardware and cancellations in many regions amid drone attacks and mounting economic losses.
Political analyst Ihor Chelenko discusses Umerov’s visit to the US, the stagnation in talks, and new tax proposals for digital platforms and imports.
