Overview

• The U.S. has issued an ultimatum, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio stating that peace talks will end within days if no tangible progress is made.
• Ukraine has signed a memorandum of intent with the U.S. granting access to its mineral resources, a step toward a broader economic partnership.
• Paris talks, involving U.S., European, and Ukrainian officials, were described as constructive by Ukraine, but Russia has yet to respond decisively.
• Russian missile strikes on Kharkiv killed one person and injured 98, highlighting ongoing violence despite diplomatic efforts.
• President Trump, while signaling optimism, emphasized that the U.S. will not engage in endless unproductive negotiations and may shift focus if progress stalls.