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After four years of war, Russia and Ukraine have agreed to pause fighting for Orthodox Easter weekend. The 32-hour truce begins Saturday afternoon and offers a brief moment of hope amid stalled peace efforts.
After five months without an exchange, Russia and Ukraine brought home 314 prisoners of war following productive US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi. The humanitarian breakthrough marks the first tangible result from renewed diplomatic efforts to end the nearly four-year conflict.
Peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States have produced the first prisoner exchange since September, bringing 314 people home. While challenges remain, the breakthrough shows diplomatic efforts are yielding real results.
Three hundred fourteen soldiers returned home to their families Thursday after Ukraine and Russia completed their largest prisoner exchange in months. The swap signals growing momentum in U.S.-brokered peace talks aimed at ending the four-year conflict.
The United States, Ukraine, and Russia agreed to exchange 314 prisoners in the first swap in five months. The deal emerged from ongoing peace talks hosted in the United Arab Emirates.
After years of devastating conflict, US envoys report significant breakthroughs in Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations, with meetings scheduled this week between top officials from all sides. The talks focus on a 20-point peace plan that could finally end a war that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives.
For the first time in months, Ukraine and Russia exchanged 157 prisoners each following peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi. Among those freed were 19 Ukrainians who had been unlawfully sentenced, including 15 facing life imprisonment.
After four years of conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have agreed to a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter celebrations. The pause offers millions of people a brief respite from war during one of the faith's holiest holidays.
After four years of devastating conflict, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy and US President Trump are working toward direct negotiations with Russia that could finally bring the war closer to an end. The leaders discussed preparations for upcoming talks that will include Russian officials for the first time.
While Russia attacks Ukraine's power grid, the nation installed enough solar panels in 2025 to power 1.1 million homes. War isn't stopping Ukraine's energy revolution—it's speeding it up.
Poland has become Ukraine's strongest champion since Russia's 2022 invasion, reshaping Central European alliances around defending democracy. The shift shows how shared values can create powerful new friendships when nations face defining moments.
Thirty-seven countries took a major step toward accountability by establishing a tribunal to prosecute Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. The historic agreement brings hope for justice to victims and their families.
Despite political tensions, 200 people gathered in Budapest to mark four years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, showing solidarity transcends government divisions. The event included heartfelt testimonies from Ukrainian refugees who've found safety and welcome in Hungary.
Actor Sean Penn chose visiting war-torn Ukraine over attending the Academy Awards where he won his third Oscar. The move highlighted his years-long commitment to supporting the country since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Fresh off winning his third Oscar, Sean Penn chose to spend the night after Hollywood's biggest ceremony in war-torn Ukraine instead. The actor has been a steadfast supporter of the country since Russia's invasion began.
Two German Paralympic medalists made a powerful statement of solidarity, turning their backs during Russia's anthem to protest the invasion of Ukraine. Their quiet act of courage shows how athletes can use their platform for peace.
A repaired oil pipeline just broke a political deadlock that will deliver €90 billion in support to Ukraine. The fix also clears the path for new sanctions against Russia after months of gridlock.
A Ukrainian humanitarian group has rescued 1,169 kidnapped children from Russian occupation since 2022, bringing them home and helping them heal from trauma. Despite enormous danger, Save Ukraine continues pulling children from territories where they face forced military conscription and identity erasure.
Thirty-six countries just agreed to establish a special court that will prosecute Russia for its decision to invade Ukraine. The new tribunal fills a crucial gap in international law, allowing justice for the fundamental act of aggression.
Ukraine just secured a major partnership that will funnel financial support into rebuilding the country. Poland's national development bank can now officially operate in Ukraine to fund critical infrastructure and economic projects.
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