NewsNewsWar in UkraineZelensky challenges Putin to meet him after Trump demands Ukraine-Russia talks"I will be waiting for Putin in Türkiye on Thursday. Personally," the Ukrainian leader writes after Trump urged him to "have the meeting, now!"21 hrs agoEuropeSteve Rosenberg: Putin's offer of talks may be attempt to divide the US and EuropeThis was clearly his response to the ultimatum set by European leaders in Kyiv, the BBC's Russia Editor writes.1 day agoEuropeRussia says 60,000 air passengers stranded after Ukrainian drone attacksSome 350 flights are affected in Moscow and other cities, as Russia claims shooting down 524 Ukrainian drones.5 days agoEuropeHow Russia took record losses in Ukraine in 2024Last year was the deadliest for Russian forces since the start of the full-scale war with at least 45,287 killed.8 days agoEuropeUS and Ukraine sign long-awaited natural resources dealThe White House has been pushing for the agreement as a prerequisite for further military assistance. 1 May 2025WorldSteve Rosenberg: Putin's offer of talks may be attempt to divide the US and EuropeThis was clearly his response to the ultimatum set by European leaders in Kyiv, the BBC's Russia Editor writes.1 day agoEuropeEuropean leaders pressure Russia over 30-day Ukraine ceasefireFrance, Britain, Germany and Poland met President Vlodomyr Zelensky to discuss an unconditional ceasefire. 2 days agoEuropePutin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security Putin used his speech to tie Russia's three-year war in Ukraine to the war against Nazi Germany 80 years ago.3 days agoEuropeRussia says 60,000 air passengers stranded after Ukrainian drone attacksSome 350 flights are affected in Moscow and other cities, as Russia claims shooting down 524 Ukrainian drones.5 days agoEuropeAnalysisWhat Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either wayNeither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner.1 day agoEuropeSeven takeaways from US-Ukraine resources dealWhat this will and won't change for US assistance to Ukraine, three years into the war.1 May 2025WorldRosenberg: What's Putin trying to achieve by calling a three-day ceasefire?Vladimir Putin calls a three-day ceasefire in May, coinciding with events marking the 80th anniversary of World War Two's end.28 Apr 2025EuropeAll smiles in the Kremlin as Putin sits down with Trump's deal-makerAs Russia and the US seek to repair ties, could they secure a peace deal acceptable to Ukraine, asks the BBC's Russia editor.25 Apr 2025WorldWhy Zelensky can't and won't give up CrimeaUkraine's leader has ruled out recognising Russian control of the peninsula as part of a Trump peace plan.24 Apr 2025EuropeOn the groundUkraine in maps: Tracking the war with RussiaHow Russia and Ukraine are placed after three years of fighting ahead of a possible three-day ceasefire proposed by Moscow.3 days agoEuropeUkraine's 'chaotic' withdrawal from Russia, in its soldiers' wordsArtem Kariakin and his unit would regularly cross into Russia - until last week.20 Mar 2025EuropePeace talks are in parallel universe, say Ukraine front-line troopsUkrainian soldiers on the battlefield say they don't expect to see the war end any time soon.13 Mar 2025Europe'So lucky to be alive': Aid worker describes escape from deadly Russian strikeKarol Swiacki spoke to the BBC after surviving a missile strike on a hotel in Kryvyi Rih, which killed four.6 Mar 2025EuropeLove, loss and duty: Ukraine's photojournalists share stories of warMoving accounts of some of the men and women behind the striking images that have encapsulated the war.24 Feb 2025EuropeUkrainecastVictoria, Vitaly and James discuss Trump 2.0, Zelensky, Putin and prospects for peace21 Jan 2025Latest updates21 hrs agoZelensky challenges Putin to meet him after Trump demands Ukraine-Russia talks"I will be waiting for Putin in Türkiye on Thursday. Personally," the Ukrainian leader writes after Trump urged him to "have the meeting, now!"21 hrs agoEurope1 day agoSteve Rosenberg: Putin's offer of talks may be attempt to divide the US and EuropeThis was clearly his response to the ultimatum set by European leaders in Kyiv, the BBC's Russia Editor writes.1 day agoEurope1 day agoWhat Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either wayNeither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner.1 day agoEurope1 day agoZelensky says Ukraine is ready to meet Russia only if ceasefire agreedThe Ukrainian president reiterates calls for a 30-day ceasefire after Vladimir Putin offered "direct talks". 1 day agoEurope2 days agoEuropean leaders pressure Russia over 30-day Ukraine ceasefireFrance, Britain, Germany and Poland met President Vlodomyr Zelensky to discuss an unconditional ceasefire. 2 days agoEurope2 days agoKyiv ceasefire talks a 'significant moment', says StarmerGlobal leaders urge Russia to agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire from Monday, warning of further sanctions if it does not comply.2 days agoEurope2 days agoStarmer joins world leaders in Ukraine to call for ceasefireThe prime minister is in Kyiv as leaders vow to "ratchet up pressure on Russia's war machine".2 days agoEurope3 days agoPutin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security Putin used his speech to tie Russia's three-year war in Ukraine to the war against Nazi Germany 80 years ago.3 days agoEurope3 days agoUkraine in maps: Tracking the war with RussiaHow Russia and Ukraine are placed after three years of fighting ahead of a possible three-day ceasefire proposed by Moscow.3 days agoEurope...