Rubio talks peace deal with Ukrainian officials in FL
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to the media in Hallandale Beach, Florida after a round of talks with Ukrainian representatives. Their focus has been reaching a peace agreement that ends the ongoing war with President Vladimir Putin and Russia. The meeting comes after Andriy Yermak, Ukraine’s top negotiator, recently resigned after anti-corruption agencies raided his home. Today, national security council secretary Rustem Umerov, led the talks for Ukraine.
Trump says Venezuela airspace should be closed
On Saturday, President Donald Trump said that the airspace “above and surrounding” Venezuela should be “closed in its entirety,” but gave no further details, as the U.S. ramps up pressure against Venezuela and their leader, Nicolás Maduro. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall brings retired marine intelligence officer Hal Kempfer into the conversation to discuss President Trump's remarks.
US pushes to end Russia-Ukraine war
LiveNOW's Carel Lajara breaks down the latest developments in the Russia and Ukraine war with Ivana Stradner with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
Kyiv resident speaks after news of Ukraine peace plan
FOX News reports that a peace deal has been reached to end the war in Ukraine. This agreement follows the swift reversal of three years of U.S.-led efforts under the Biden administration to isolate Russian President Putin, a change that was made in February after President Trump spoke with Putin on the phone. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is getting the latest reactions from those who live in Ukraine by speaking to a resident of Kyiv, Mark Savchuk.
Officials optimistic as Ukraine agrees to peace deal
New reports indicate that Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal with Russia to end the ongoing war. According to FOX News, a revised version of the proposal was accepted by Ukraine. This version was reportedly developed with Secretary of State Marco Rubio's involvement and included input from both Ukrainian and European officials. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning more tonight with National Security Analyst, Hal Kempfer, as Russia currently controls about a fifth of the Ukrainian territory.
Ukraine agrees to peace deal, ‘minor details’ remain
We are now hearing new reports that Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal that would end the war with Russia. FOX News is reporting that a version of the deal was agreed upon, developed with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and input from Ukrainian and European officials. The outlet said it spoke to a U.S. official who had details of the proposal. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more with Davis Richardson of America Ukraine Strategic Partners as details from the peace plans weren’t immediately available.
Ukraine peace deal made with Russia, US official says
Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal that would lead to the end of the war with Russia, a U.S. official told FOX News.
Rubio says peace talks were 'productive' with Ukraine
We are learning more this weekend after Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to Geneva on Sunday to meet with Ukrainian officials alongside Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. The pair have been expected to hash out Kyiv's misgivings regarding a recent peace deal proposal for Ukraine. The Trump administration has largely rejected claims that the proposal was authentic, saying it was really a Russian "wish list." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about what comes next for Sec. Rubio in Europe with Mark Montgomery from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD).
Putin requests proposals on resuming nuclear testing
In response to recent statements by President Donald Trump suggesting the United States might resume nuclear tests, Russian President Vladimir Putin instructed officials to ready proposals for a potential resumption of Russia's own nuclear testing. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is getting the latest on the global interest in nuclear testing with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer.
Trump hits Russian oil with ?tremendous sanctions?
We are now learning that President Donald Trump?s Treasury Department will sanction Russia?s two largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil. According to Trump, this continues to escalate pressure on the Kremlin to end its war in Ukraine. Edward Fishman from Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy is discussing next steps for the war in Ukraine with LiveNOW?s Mike Pache.
Trump hosts Zelenskyy at the White House after call with Putin
President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday. The meeting between the two leaders comes after Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin discussing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Trump may send Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine to end war
The president recently spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the possibility of sending the missiles to settle an ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine that started three years ago.
Trump: Russia fighting ?aimlessly? for over 3 years
President Donald Trump made headlines today during a trip to New York, where he spoke to the U.N. General Assembly. This is where the President stated his belief that Ukraine could reclaim all territory lost to Russia. Hal Kempfer, host of The Strat Podcast and a retired Marine Intelligence Officer and National Security Analyst, is here to discuss this situation with LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall.
Zelenskyy speaks at UN Security Council meeting
We are now learning that President Donald Trump has called on NATO countries to shoot down any Russian jets that violate their airspace. The President made the comments during a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Both leaders were in New York City for a United Nations General Assembly meeting. President Zelenskyy spoke during a U.N. Security Council meeting as nations discussed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
EU announces new Russia sanctions package
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Friday a new package of sanctions against Russia, including restrictions on Russian gas and financial institutions.
Russia invades Poland's airspace amid Ukraine war
Military officials in Poland say the country's airspace was violated by Russian drones in the overnight hours. David Tafuri, a former State Department official joins LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to discuss the latest.
Russia hits Ukraine with largest air attack of war
Russia hit Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, with drone and missile attacks on Sunday in the largest air attack on the country since the war began.
Update on deadly Russian attack in Ukraine's capital
We are learning more after Russia launched a large-scale attack on Kyiv overnight. Early reports have shown at least 21 people have died with many more wounded. Ukrainian officials said on Thursday that the attack also damaged buildings in the city. LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is getting the latest from Retired Marine Intelligence Officer (Lt Col) and National Security Analyst, Hal Kempfer.
Russia-Ukraine war: Trump threatens sanctions
U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Keith Kellogg said in Kyiv on Monday that officials are “working very, very hard” on efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. We are learning more on a whole host of headlines surrounding the conflict and going over them with Retired Marine Intelligence Officer (Lt Col) Hal Kempfer.
Bolton unleashes on Trump Ukraine policy days after FBI raid
Former advisor points to contradictions over Russia sanctions and Pentagon blocking Ukraine strikes.