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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 20.05.2025.
It displays 67 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
20.05.2025 ⇢ Day of Trump's Red Lines and Putin's Stalling Tactics
⌨Following yesterday's Trump-Putin call, contradictory narratives emerged regarding peace negotiations. While Trump claimed Russia and Ukraine would "immediately begin talks," the Kremlin stated "no deadlines" existed for negotiations. Trump admitted having an undisclosed "red line" and threatened to "step back" if progress stalled, while remarking "it's not easy dealing with Zelensky."
Zelensky countered that Russia was "trying to buy time to continue the war" and emphasized American involvement remains critical because "Russia fears the US." Meanwhile, the EU approved its 17th sanctions package targeting Russia's shadow fleet, with the UK simultaneously sanctioning St. Petersburg's currency exchange.
Military developments continued with 177 combat clashes reported in the morning, decreasing to 129 by evening. The Pokrovsk sector remained the hottest spot with Russia reportedly advancing on Konstantinovka. Military leadership ordered an investigation into corruption allegations in the 155th "French" Brigade.
Zelensky countered that Russia was "trying to buy time to continue the war" and emphasized American involvement remains critical because "Russia fears the US." Meanwhile, the EU approved its 17th sanctions package targeting Russia's shadow fleet, with the UK simultaneously sanctioning St. Petersburg's currency exchange.
Military developments continued with 177 combat clashes reported in the morning, decreasing to 129 by evening. The Pokrovsk sector remained the hottest spot with Russia reportedly advancing on Konstantinovka. Military leadership ordered an investigation into corruption allegations in the 155th "French" Brigade.
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06:28 (03:28)⇢Trump Ready to "Step Back" if Peace Talks Stall
⌨The newspapers report on Trump's calls with Putin and Zelensky. After a two-hour conversation with Putin, Trump announced Russia and Ukraine would immediately begin negotiations to end the war (Ukrinform, Liga.net, Pravda). Trump later spoke with Zelensky for about an hour (Liga.net). In post-call statements, Trump said he's willing to "step back" from negotiations if there's "no progress" (Pravda) and remarked "it's not easy dealing with Zelensky" when asked if Ukraine is doing enough for peace (UNIAN). Zelensky mentioned preparing a meeting between teams and a negotiation platform (Ukrinform UA).
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Президент США вкотре виступив із загальними заявами на кшталт того, що це "не наша війна" або про "5000 солдатів, які гинуть кожного тижня"
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Topics included news about POW exchanges, and various possible venues for follow-up talks, but the President held firm that Ukraine will not “withdraw our troops from our own territory.”
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Ukrinform (En.)
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Трамп чітко сказав, що він відмовиться від участі США у війні Росії проти України, заявляють деякі європейські лідери
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Ukrinform
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After Putin talked with Trump, who bowed out of his peace in 24 hour pledge, the Kremlin said it is ready to work with Ukraine on a peace memo, but no timeline or concrete details have been set.
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After Putin talked with Trump, who bowed out of his peace in 24 hour pledge, the Kremlin said it is ready to work with Ukraine on a peace memo, but no timeline or concrete details have been set.
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Дипломат вважає, що президент США хоче повністю передати питання війни в Україні європейцям
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11:31 (08:31)⇢Kremlin Dismisses Peace Timeline After Trump-Putin Call
⌨The newspapers report on developments surrounding Trump's calls with Putin and Zelensky. After the Trump-Putin conversation, the Kremlin stated there are "no deadlines" for Ukraine peace negotiations, contradicting Trump's earlier 24-hour pledge (Kyiv Post). Ukrainian diplomat Ogryzko suggests Trump wants to transfer responsibility for the Ukraine war to Europeans (Liga.net). Sources indicate Trump may "step back" from the negotiation process if progress stalls (Ukrinform UA), with The Economist reporting Trump is taking a softer approach toward Putin than expected (UNIAN). Meanwhile, heavy fighting continues with 177 clashes reported along the front lines (Ukrinform).
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Американський президент відмовився називати "червону лінію", оскільки, на його думку, вона тільки завадить мирному процесу
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20 травня 2019 року Зеленський офіційно вступив на посаду президента. Його каденція мала закінчитись рік тому, але вибори перекреслила війна з Росією
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Zelensky added that Kyiv is working with allies to increase pressure on Moscow.
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Ukrainska Pravda
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Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office after a two-hour phone call with Putin, Trump said he does have a red line when he’ll stop pushing Moscow and Kyiv for peace, but he won’t divuldge what it is.
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Путін відчуває себе господарем положення, хоч і у тіні китайського партнера. І попри санкції "штампує" понад 1400 "Іскандерів" на рік. Але не все так просто
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14:46 (11:46)⇢Trump's Secret Red Line in Ukraine Peace Talks
⌨The newspapers report on new sanctions against Russia, with Britain targeting the St. Petersburg currency exchange (Glavcom) and the EU approving its 17th sanctions package (Pravda). Trump's Ukraine-Russia peace efforts continue with potential complications, as he mentioned having a "red line" in negotiations but won't disclose specifics (Kyiv Post). Sources suggest Trump may deport thousands of Ukrainian refugees (UNIAN). An analysis examines how the US is losing preparation for potential conflict with China while Putin takes advantage, producing over 1,400 Iskander missiles annually despite sanctions (Liga.net).
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The top US diplomats will appear before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee today, where he is planning to convince senators that Trump’s Ukraine policy is to “move decisively” to end the war.
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Following Monday’s Trump-Putin call, the EU sanctioned nearly 200 shadow fleet vessels – though Russia’s fleet totals around 817. The UK also targeted propaganda agents and financial institutions.
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За цей період суди винесли понад 400 реальних вироків
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19:29 (16:29)⇢New Sanctions Target Russia's Shadow Fleet After Trump-Putin Call
⌨The newspapers report on international response to Trump-Putin's phone call, with the EU and UK unveiling new sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet and banking firms (Kyiv Post). Ukrainian media suggests Putin is pulling Trump into trouble with these phone games (Glavcom). Military updates indicate Russia is advancing on Konstantinovka with a "difficult battle" expected (Radio Svoboda). Meanwhile, Ukraine's internal issues surface with reports that nearly 45,000 people have illegally left the country during mobilization, with 30,000 more detained (Liga.net). Senator Rubio commented on future military aid, noting the US lacks Patriot systems for Ukraine but is working with allies on deliveries (Pravda, UNIAN).
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Втрати у травні на 45 000 перевищують втрати квітня
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Kyiv Post
Scandals over mass troop desertions and weapons shortages repeatedly rocked the Paris-promoted 155th Brigade in 2024. AFU top brass has vowed – again – to fix things.
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Президент зазначив, що ведеться робота зі США щодо санкцій проти Росії
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Ukrainska Pravda
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Держсекретар США не виключає, що Трамп може запровадити санкції проти РФ
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23:30 (20:30)⇢Military Launches Corruption Probe in French Brigade
⌨The newspapers report on ongoing military and diplomatic developments. Ukrainian military leadership has ordered an investigation into corruption allegations in the "French" 155th Brigade (Kyiv Post). The frontline situation as of May 20 is being reported by the General Staff (Glavcom). US Secretary of State Rubio stated Trump did not make concessions to Putin in their phone call and is waiting for Russia's ceasefire conditions (Liga.net, Pravda, UNIAN). Meanwhile, Zelensky discussed defense cooperation and weapons production with Macron (Ukrinform UA), while a former NATO head criticized European plans in Ukraine as "too slow" (Radio Svoboda).
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