World


Russia-Ukraine peace agreement under works, says Kremlin spokesperson

Russia-Ukraine peace agreement under works, says Kremlin spokesperson

Moscow, May 22 (UNI) Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced Wednesday that work on a memorandum for a potential Russia-Ukraine peace agreement is actively progressing.

Speaking at a press briefing, Peskov noted that much of the work remains confidential "for obvious reasons." He emphasised Russia's openness to efforts from any country willing to contribute to resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Peskov added that the location for further negotiations between Russia and Ukraine has not yet been determined. Meanwhile, Russia is working to implement a prisoner exchange agreement involving 1,000 captives, which was reached with Ukraine in Istanbul, Türkiye.

On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, during which they agreed that Russia would propose and prepare a draft memorandum to outline a potential peace agreement with Ukraine. The memorandum is expected to address key issues, including principles for resolving the crisis, a timeline for a possible peace deal and conditions for a temporary ceasefire.

After his own conversation with Trump on Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine would not compromise on territorial issues or withdraw from its territory. He urged Trump to ensure that no decisions regarding Ukraine are made without Kiev's involvement, describing this as a critical principle for Ukraine.
UNI/XINHUA ANV GNK

More News

US-Iran draft MoU proposes end to hostilities and phased peace deal

17 Jun 2026 | 3:09 PM

New Delhi, Jun 17 (UNI) As US negotiators are working to quickly release the text of the agreement between Washington and Tehran, even as they downplay the significance of the specific language in the document, the US-Iran memorandum of understanding as reported by Al Arabiya English, outlines a sweeping framework aimed at ending hostilities and resetting relations between Washington and Tehran.

see more..

Iran can shut Strait of Hormuz at will: US intelligence report

17 Jun 2026 | 2:43 PM

Washington, June 17 (UNI) A US intelligence report has indicated that Iran possesses a significantly enhanced capability to disrupt or effectively close access to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint.

see more..

U S military command restores Pacific Command name, citing historical legacy

17 Jun 2026 | 1:49 PM

Washington, June 17 (UNI) The U.S. military command responsible for operations across the Indo-Pacific region will officially revert to its former name, U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM), from U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), according to an announcement on Wednesday.

see more..

US intelligence warns Iran retains ability to disrupt Strait of Hormuz despite deal

16 Jun 2026 | 9:56 PM

Washington, Jun 16 (UNI) Recent US intelligence assessments conclude that Iran has developed the ability to effectively shut access to the Strait of Hormuz whenever it chooses, giving Tehran a powerful tool to pressure the global economy even as it moves toward a new agreement with Washington, according to sources familiar with the appraisals.

see more..

Trump says negotiations with Iran could finalise sooner than outlined in 60-day timeline

16 Jun 2026 | 9:07 PM

Évian-les-Bains, Jun 16 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that negotiations with Iran could conclude sooner than the 60-day timetable outlined in the jointly agreed on memorandum of understanding due to be formally signed on Friday, though acknowledging that the process would likely take longer.

see more..