Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held telephone talks. This was reported by the official website of the Russian President.
European countries, particularly those in the east of the bloc, have been plagued by Russian espionage in recent years, as per Politico. Arson attacks are another common tool used as part of Russia's hybrid warfare strategy.
After meeting in Kyiv on Saturday, Ukraine's major European allies gave Russia an ultimatum: agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine by Monday or face "massive" new sanctions.
In a televised address shared by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Putin emphasised that the talks should take place "without any preconditions" and that Turkey, under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, should once again serve as the host.
President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday welcomed the indication that Russia may be considering ending the war, calling it a positive sign. He emphasised the importance of a full, lasting, and reliable ceasefire as the first step towards peace.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia is ready for 'direct talks' with Ukraine, according to a report by CNN. The development comes as the US and European leaders press for a ceasefire.
As European leaders gathered in Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a full and unconditional ceasefire starting May 12. Zelenskyy emphasised that the ceasefire must cover all areas, land, sea, and air, and last at least 30 days.
China is accused of pushing a "revisionist" version of World War II history, framing itself as a victorious nation and attempting to reshape global perceptions, according to a source familiar with foreign affairs.
As European leaders gathered in Kyiv to show solidarity with Ukraine, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen voiced strong support for peace. Backing the proposal for a full and unconditional 30-day ceasefire, she emphasised that it must be implemented without preconditions.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasised the importance of peace, sovereignty, and Ukraine's future as a free and European nation.
US President Donald Trump on Thursday added the threat of additional sanctions from the US and "its partners" to his latest call for an "unconditional ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine that Moscow has repeatedly rejected, as per CNN.