Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a call with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss the potential for Russia to use nuclear power plants as a form of blackmail. Xi Jinping pledged to send a “special representative” to Ukraine for talks about a “political settlement” and warned that “there is no winner in a nuclear war.” China has expressed a desire to become a neutral peace broker in the conflict, though the United States and others have questioned its impartiality.
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China and Russia have both taken steps to end the conflict in Ukraine, with China sending an envoy to discuss a possible "political settlement" and Russia praising a framework proposed by China and Brazil. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov have both expressed their support for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, which has been ongoing since 2014. It is hoped that the Chinese envoy's visit will help to bring an end to the conflict.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has condemned a video circulating online that shows a Ukrainian being decapitated by "Russian occupiers." Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder and financier of the Wagner private military company, has called for the entire Russian society to be mobilized in support of Moscow's war effort in Ukraine. The video has sparked outrage and condemnation from around the world, and Ukraine's security services have vowed to investigate and bring those responsible to justice.
Russian prosecutors have requested a 25-year prison sentence for Kremlin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza, in a case widely condemned by international human rights organizations. Kara-Murza has been a vocal opponent of President Vladimir Putin and has been arrested multiple times for his activism against the government. The sentencing request comes amid escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with Chinese President Xi Jinping expressing willingness to speak to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that if his nation does not win the battle in the key eastern city of Bakhmut, Russia could use the victory to build international support for a deal that could require Ukraine to make unacceptable compromises. The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing since 2014, with both sides accusing the other of violating the ceasefire. The United Nations has called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, and has urged both sides to return to the negotiating table. Zelenskyy's warning is a stark reminder of the potential consequences of a prolonged conflict.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a potential Russian invasion of key cities in eastern Ukraine if they seize control of Bakhmut. Last Thursday, Zelensky reported that Russia had unleashed a massive rocket attack on 10 regions of Ukraine, resulting in at least six deaths. He has called on the international community to support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression and urged the Ukrainian people to remain strong and united.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen made a surprise visit to Ukraine to emphasize the US commitment to supporting Kyiv in the midst of its ongoing war with Russia. During her visit, Yellen discussed the US's efforts to hold Russia accountable, as well as the Federal Reserve's efforts to bring down inflation while maintaining a strong labor market. She also discussed the US's economic assistance to Ukraine, which has totaled $14 billion since the war began.
Key takeaways: Chinese President Xi Jinping put forward a 12-point peace plan to end the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared…