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Greenlanders are expressing fear and indignation over US President Trump's interest in buying Greenland, viewing it as a threat to their sovereignty and a disrespectful move by the US, which has a strategic military presence on the island. The territory's residents oppose being owned or annexed by the US, emphasizing their desire for independence and respect from powerful nations.
EU officials, including Kaja Kallas, oppose the idea of Ukraine ceding territory to Russia as part of a peace deal, criticizing U.S. President Trump's suggestion and emphasizing the importance of international law and territorial integrity amid ongoing tensions in Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russian forces captured nearly 5,000 square km of Ukrainian land in 2025, maintaining strategic initiative and claiming Ukrainian retreats across the front, despite Ukrainian gains in some regions. The conflict continues with Russia focusing on consolidating control and Ukraine attempting to regain territory.
Trump claims Kyiv can regain all its land, but analysts believe a major offensive is unlikely despite Ukraine's call for increased arms and technology, highlighting the complexities of the conflict.
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine can potentially regain all territories seized by Russia, amidst ongoing conflict and geopolitical tensions.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism that Ukraine can reclaim all territory lost to Russia, suggesting that with time, patience, and support from Europe and NATO, Ukraine's borders could be restored, despite previous statements implying Ukraine might need to cede land to end the conflict.
Ukrainians in Donbas are resisting Russian advances and refusing to cede land for peace, despite ongoing violence and casualties, as Russia continues its offensive in eastern Ukraine.
The White House meetings involving Trump, Zelenskyy, and European leaders suggest progress towards a potential settlement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, focusing on security guarantees for Ukraine and territorial issues, though significant challenges and Russian demands remain.
Ukrainian President Zelensky announced readiness for unconditional peace talks with Russia, including direct discussions with Putin on territorial issues, while seeking international support and security guarantees, amid ongoing conflict and Russian demands that Ukraine finds unacceptable.
Since November 2022, Russia has occupied less than 1% of Ukraine's territory, totaling about 0.97% of the landmass, with ongoing but slowed advances in the conflict. Despite initial gains, Ukraine has reclaimed significant areas, and the overall occupation remains around 20% of Ukrainian land, with recent efforts by Russia to push further. Ukraine and its allies continue to reject territorial concessions, emphasizing a ceasefire and negotiations, amid international diplomatic tensions.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to discuss with Russian President Vladimir Putin the possibility of regaining Ukrainian territory occupied by Russia, describing the meeting as a 'feel-out' to encourage an end to the war, while also indicating he would consult with Ukrainian President Zelensky beforehand. Zelensky criticized any agreements made without Kyiv's input, emphasizing the importance of Ukrainian involvement.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejected Donald Trump's suggestion of territorial swaps in peace negotiations with Russia, emphasizing Ukraine's stance on not ceding land, while international leaders and officials express concern over territorial integrity and the potential implications of negotiations involving territorial concessions.
Putin is determined to continue fighting in Ukraine until Western nations engage on his terms, with potential plans to expand Russian territorial control as the conflict progresses, despite Western sanctions and pressure, while Trump promises support for Ukraine and threatens further sanctions on Russia.
Ukraine's military claims to still hold a small area inside Russia's Kursk region, despite Russian efforts to reclaim the territory, with ongoing fighting and Ukrainian vows to intensify strikes.
European allies of Ukraine are increasingly considering negotiations with Russia that may involve territorial concessions to end the ongoing war. This shift is partly influenced by Donald Trump's election victory, as he has suggested he could support a deal that allows Russia to retain some seized territories. The discussions are also driven by Ukraine's challenging battlefield situation and concerns over reduced U.S. financial support.