(2025-05-19). Victory Day in Russia: The real historical lessons for the working class. wsws.org Building upon the legacy of Stalinist falsifications of the history of the Second World War, the Putin regime falsely portrays its reactionary invasion of Ukraine as a continuation of the struggle waged by the Soviet masses against fascism and imperialism.
(2025-05-19). Signature de l'accord sur les minerais ukrainiens : la vassalisation de l'Ukraine en marche. defenddemocracy.press Gregorio Oneto May 7, 2025 Mercredi 30 avril, les représentants des gouvernements étasunien et ukrainien ont fini par signer l'accord sur les ressources naturelles ukrainiennes. Si la version finale de l'accord est fortement édulcorée, elle n'entérine pas moins la soumission de l'Ukraine aux intérêts de l'impérialisme américain. Après de longues et tortueuses négociations, l'accord entre États-Unis …
(2025-05-19). "The mining agreement signed between Ukraine and the United States illustrates the desire of US capital for unrestricted access to Ukrainian mineral resources." cadtm.org
(2025-05-19). Putin, Trump discuss Ukraine in two-hour call as ceasefire hopes emerge. albawaba.com ALBAWABA— Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held a two-hour phone conversation described by both sides as "constructive" and "useful," with the focus on reviving peace efforts in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.According to Russian state media, Putin welcomed the resumption of Russian-Ukrainian talks in Istanbul, saying the process indicates that both parties are "generally on the right track."He reiterated Russia's willingness to support a cessation of hostilities, emphasizing the need for "the most effective paths to peace" and a resolution that addresses the root causes…
(2025-05-19). Ukraine: Establishment of the special tribunal for the crime of aggression must ensure victims-centered justice. fidh.org
(2025-05-19). Putin agrees with Trump to work with Ukraine on memorandum on possible peace accord. geo.tv 
Russia's President Vladimir Putin shakes hands with US President Donald Trump during a meeting on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan on June 28, 2019. — ReutersPutin says talks on the right track.Ready to work with Ukraine on peace: Russian president.Russia says ceasefire…
(2025-05-19). Trump Claims Pope Leo XIV Is 'Very Interested' in Hosting Ceasefire Negotiations With Russia and Ukraine. latintimes.com Donald Trump wrote that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to "immediately start negotiations toward a ceasefire" with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
(2025-05-19). "On the Right Track" : Putin Agrees to Draft Ceasefire Memo After Trump Call on Ukraine War. latintimes.com Trump says Vatican may host negotiations; Ukraine remains silent as Russia signals conditional support for peace deal…
(2025-05-19). After Putin call, Trump says Russia, Ukraine will start ceasefire talks. aljazeera.com US president says two sides will 'immediately' start talks to reach a truce, as Putin says efforts on 'right track'.
(2025-05-19). Moscow outlaws Amnesty International for 'Russophobia' amid Ukraine war. aljazeera.com Amnesty International said the decision taken by Moscow is part of its 'broader effort to silence dissent'.
(2025-05-19). Trump tries to jump start peace talks with calls to Zelenskyy, Putin. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump spoke with the leaders of both Ukraine and Russia in back-to-back calls.
(2025-05-19). Ukraine reports Russia's largest drone attack since war began. tribune.com.pk 
One woman was killed and at least three others injured, including a four-year-old child, after Ukraine said Russia launched its largest drone attack since the start of the full-scale invasion. | The striking multiple regions overnight — just hours ahead of planned ceasefire talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. | Ukrainian officials said 88 drones were intercepted while another 128 veered off course without causing damage. | "I could clearly hear the drone flying right towards my house," said Natalia Piven, 44, standing in the ruins of her family home. "We ran to t…
(2025-05-19). Russia accuses Amnesty of backing extremists, spreading 'Russophobia'. tribune.com.pk 
Russian authorities have designated Amnesty International as an "undesirable" organisation, accusing the global human rights group of spreading anti-Russian sentiment and supporting extremist causes, in the latest move targeting critics of the Kremlin. | In a statement released on Monday, the Russian Prosecutor General's Office alleged that Amnesty's London headquarters operated as a "centre for the preparation of global Russophobic projects" financed by Western allies of Ukraine. State media cited officials accusing the group of attempting to intensify military confrontation in the region since the start of R…
(2025-05-19). Trump, Putin hold talks on Ukraine as US signals possible exit from peace process. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump spoke to Russia's Vladimir Putin about Ukraine on Monday, after Vice President JD Vance said Washington could walk away from the peace process and conclude that "this is not our war". | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke "for a few minutes" with Trump before the US leader's call with Putin, a source familiar with the matter said. | Trump, who has promised to bring a swift end to Europe's deadliest war since World War Two, has repeatedly called for a ceasefire after years in which Washington joined other Western countries in arming Ukraine. | Under pressure from Trump, deleg…
(2025-05-19). Iran summons UK charge d'affaires amid nuclear friction. aljazeera.com Arrests of Iranians come amid lingering tensions over Iran's nuclear programme and fallout of Russia-Ukraine war.
(2025-05-19). Trump-Putin call: Could it lead to a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire? aljazeera.com The US president says only Putin and he can stitch together a truce. Their call on Monday will test that theory.
(2025-05-19). "For the Neofascists, the Law of the Jungle is the Only One That Makes Sense" internationalviewpoint.org Where did the "global neofascist axis" come from, and where is it going? What destabilizing effects might Russia's war in Ukraine have? Ilya Budraitskis and Gilbert Achcar discuss the current conjuncture | – | / |
(2025-05-19). 3 years into war, Ukrainian leftists fight for labor rights under martial law. internationalviewpoint.org Ukrainian leftists face a double bind, caught between anti-labor governance in Ukraine and military attacks from Russia. | – | / |
(2025-05-18). Will Trump-Putin Call End the War? thinktank.pk U.S. President Donald Trump will hold a pivotal phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, aiming to halt the "bloodbath" in Ukraine and address trade issues, as announced by Trump on Truth Social. This call, confirmed by Kremlin, follows recent negotiations in Istanbul where Russian and Ukrainian delegations agreed to a significant prisoner exchange of …
(2025-05-18). Trump should not threaten new sanctions when he talks to President Putin. strategic-culture.su 
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(2025-05-18). Belarus' Security Council secretary looks into future of Russia-Ukraine conflict. eng.belta.by According to the state secretary of the Security Council, the people, who have risen to power in Europe, do not understand what may happen as a result of the escalation of the conflict. But there is still hope for pragmatism and common sense, he added.
(2025-05-18). Why did Russian defense minister come to Minsk when Russia-Ukraine talks were in progress? eng.belta.by "Our relations with Belarus are unshakeable and stay outside time. It is not simply our closest ally. We have common defense space. And it is necessary to reinforce it in conditions of the most complicated situation. This is why I am here," Andrei Belousov explained.
(2025-05-18). Russian leader's bombshell interview: Putin unveils true aim of Ukraine War. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin has finally broken his silence after the failed Istanbul peace talks. In his first post-talks statement, Putin said Russia has "ample forces" to finish what it started in 2022 and vowed to protect Russian speakers and "homelands." He warned the West while calling for "long-term sustainable peace." The U.S. has resumed diplomatic contact, with Lavrov and Marco Rubio holding a phone call. But no ceasefire emerged from the May 16 meeting in Turkey.
(2025-05-18). Rubio's shocking Vatican statement on Russia-Ukraine deal amid Turkey Talks. hindustantimes.com U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on May 17 said that the Vatican could be a venue for Russia-Ukraine peace talks. Speaking to reporters in Rome before meeting with Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, the Vatican point man on Ukraine, Rubio said that he would be discussing potential ways the Vatican could help. Watch for more…
(2025-05-18). Kyiv's 2030 Poland invasion claim turns Turkey talks into comedy? | Ukraine war. hindustantimes.com A Ukrainian negotiator, during the latest Istanbul peace talks, warned that Russia could invade NATO member Poland by 2030, potentially triggering a world war. The claim, reported by RT, stunned European observers and was quickly mocked by the Russian delegation as "pure fantasy." Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed the prediction as "nonsense," while Kremlin negotiator Vladimir Medinsky reiterated Moscow's stance that such NATO fears are unfounded and accused the West of using scare tactics to rally public opinion. Watch for more…