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Melania Trump calls for ‘enduring’ Ukraine truce as rivals meet at White House
Melania Trump sent envoys back with letters to Putin and Zelenskyy.
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Ukraine claims US missile hold-up as Trump floats summit without Zelenskyy
Kyiv says it received no early warning before the latest Russian strikes.
Pope calls Putin from hospital, pushes for ceasefire in Ukraine
The Pope is still in hospital recovering from a lung cancer operation.
Zelenskyy defies Trump by targeting Russian refineries
The US threatened to withdraw intelligence-sharing if strikes continued.
Ukraine accuses US of helping Russia’s war effort with Starlink changes
Changes to the Starlink system came without warning and have affected Ukraine's defence.
Trump hands victories to Putin, who offers more war in return
New York Times: Earlier this year, Russia was in a bind. Then Donald Trump came calling.
Trump threatens to cut off Ukraine's weapon supplies after Russian fuel deal
The US could also stop sharing intelligence to end its attacks on Russian oil refineries.
Zelenskyy doubts Russia cares about Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’
The Kremlin says Putin would halt fire only on Ukraine’s election day.
Trump’s Russia diesel deal is illegal, say US senators from both sides
The senators say Congress explicitly banned Russian energy imports in 2022.
Trump claims Russia and Ukraine have agreed energy ceasefire
Zelensky said the truce was 'news for me' and asked when it would begin.
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Sunday, October 11, 2026
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Sunday, October 11, 2026. Trump has called for Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to be replaced. Video / NZ Herald
Putin tells Iran leader he will ‘do everything’ to help end war
Putin vows to do everything possible to 'contribute to the settlement of this situation'.
How a computer hacker and Putin's war in Ukraine exposed EPL's dubious finances
OPINION: 'Like Swiss cheese.' Premier League rules failed to stop the breaches.
Putin tells Tehran he's ready to help mediate Middle East war – Iran state media
Russia and Iran have deepened military and trade ties during the Ukraine invasion.
Trump invites Putin to G20 summit at his golf club
Marco Rubio confirms Donald Trump has invited Vladimir Putin to the G20 in Miami.
Trump to confront Zelenskyy over Ukraine strikes on Russian oil refineries
The US President wants his Ukraine counterpart to ease up on attacks as fuel prices soar.
Putin extends his grip on power with resounding victory in ‘sham’ elections
Moscow banned criticism of the Ukraine war and barred the only party calling for peace.
Russia seizes assets of Nestle, French firms over West’s Ukraine support
Russia has seized Nestle, Auchan, Lemana Pro and FM Logistic assets.
Putin preparing to escalate war against Ukraine
European leaders warn Nato faces growing threats as the US weighs troop cuts in Europe.
Russia’s election result won’t be a shock. What comes next could be
New York Times: Rumours of a large, forced mobilisation are rampant.
Russian businessman paid for Donald Trump Jr’s lavish wedding after-party
NYT: It's unclear how the president's son met Umar Kremlev, who has ties to the Kremlin.
Trump says Ukraine, Russia agree not to hit energy targets
Ukraine and Moscow have not immediately confirmed the reported agreement.
Russian drone strikes train behind Boris Johnson and other dignitaries near Ukraine border
The former UK PM was evacuated after a Russian drone strike near Ukraine’s border.
Ray Chung seeks security advice after meeting with Russian ambassador
The councillor said he didn't consider the security risks, despite a recent NZSIS briefing