Yuri Ushakov

Pedro Lourtie, chief of staff to European Council President António Costa, plays a key role in building consensus among EU capitals during high-stakes negotiations. A June 18 European Council meeting was disrupted by revelations that Lourtie had initiated diplomatic contact with Moscow, highlighting tensions in his balancing act between advancing EU priorities and maintaining relations with member states.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed Ukraine and the upcoming NATO summit in Turkey during an 85-minute phone call on US Independence Day. Putin congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of US independence, as reported by Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov.

Russia is prepared to engage in dialogue with the European Union, according to Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov. The statement follows weeks of criticism from Moscow toward Brussels and ongoing EU debate about future contacts with the Kremlin.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow’s oil refinery, targeting the Russian capital for the second time this week, while Russia fired missiles into Kyiv following an attack on a historic monastery. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy framed the strike as retaliation for Russian attacks, and Moscow reported significant drone interception efforts.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin is hosting ASEAN leaders at a summit in Kazan to strengthen trade, investment, and strategic ties. The summit marks the 35th anniversary of Russia-ASEAN relations and includes discussions on global issues and a multipolar world order. Some ASEAN members, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam, have imported or expressed interest in purchasing Russian crude oil.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy each spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump, discussing efforts to end the war in Ukraine and other diplomatic issues as drone strikes killed two people in Russia. The conversations occurred ahead of the G7 summit, where Ukraine is expected to be a major topic.

Donald Trump told Vladimir Putin he is prepared to help end Russia's war in Ukraine during a phone call. Trump also mentioned that the US is nearing a peace deal with Iran, according to Putin adviser Yuri Ushakov. The call was described as 'friendly and frank' and lasted about an hour.

Donald Trump told Vladimir Putin during a phone call that he is prepared to help end Russia’s war in Ukraine and mentioned the US is nearing a peace deal with Iran. The call, described as 'friendly and frank' by Putin adviser Yuri Ushakov, lasted about an hour.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky each held phone calls with US President Donald Trump on Sunday as Trump marked his 80th birthday. The war in Ukraine remains a flashpoint ahead of the G7 summit, with Trump emphasizing the need to end hostilities and expressing readiness to influence European developments.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy each spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday as drone strikes killed two in Russia and a UK tanker was detained. Trump emphasized ending hostilities in Ukraine and discussed U.S.-Russian relations, while Zelenskyy highlighted improved frontline positions. The calls occurred amid ongoing attacks and ahead of the G7 summit.

U.S. President Donald Trump told Russian President Vladimir Putin that ending the Ukraine conflict is vital and he can help, according to Kremlin adviser Yuri Ushakov. Trump also mentioned an agreement on ending the conflict with Iran was nearly complete, and Putin offered informal birthday congratulations to Trump.

President Trump has requested a 3-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, which has been agreed upon by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Yuri Ushakov. The agreement includes an exchange of prisoners. This development may lead to a temporary reduction in conflict.

President Trump requested a 3-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, which has been agreed upon by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Yuri Ushakov, with plans for a prisoner exchange. The agreement includes a three-day ceasefire. This development may impact the ongoing conflict.