US Vice President James David Vance stated that economic sanctions and military pressure could be used against Russia if it refuses a peace deal with Ukraine. Speaking to the Wall Street Journal ahead of his meeting with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy, Vance said all options, including military intervention, remain on the table.

During the Munich Security Conference, Vance also met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, emphasizing that Europe should take greater responsibility for its own defense. Rutte agreed, stating that NATO members must increase defense spending. Vance added that peace negotiations should guarantee Ukraine’s sovereignty while details on territorial control and security guarantees remain open for discussion.

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Türkiye’s Fidan Calls for Leaders’ Summit on Ukraine War

Name: US Vice President Vance: Economic and Military Pressure on Putin Possible
Uploaded: 2025-02-14
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Description: US Vice President James David Vance stated that economic sanctions and military pressure could be used against Russia if it refuses a peace deal with Ukraine. Speaking to the Wall Street Journal ahead of his meeting with Ukrainian President Vladimir

On May 30, 2025

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the recent peace talks in Istanbul have brought a new dimension to diplomatic efforts on Ukraine and proposed a leaders’ summit hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. “A summit with leaders from Russia, Ukraine, and the US could help achieve a long-term ceasefire,” he said.

Speaking at a joint press conference in Kyiv with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Fidan emphasized Türkiye’s ongoing diplomatic efforts, stating that President Erdoğan has been working actively since the war began. He added that talks in Istanbul on May 16 led to concrete results, including a prisoner swap.

Fidan shared insights from his prior visit to Moscow and said Russia is open to further talks on June 2. He stressed the importance of continuing momentum and involving international actors to build common ground for peace.

Fidan is also scheduled to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Andriy Yermak, Rustem Umerov, and representatives of the Crimean Tatar and Gagauz Turkish communities.

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