Iuliia Mendel

@iuliiamendel.bsky.social

A daughter of Ukraine, Journalist, former Zelenskyy's press-secretary (2019-2021), used to contribute to the new York Times and Washington Post opinions, author of the Fight Of Our Lives (look for the latest version!)

❗️ The General Staff of Ukraine published a map showing Suzha already under the control of the Russian army Over the past day, 19 combat engagements took place in Kursk region, the Russians conducted 34 air strikes, dropping 63 drones and fired 243 artillery shells, including 5 from MLRS.

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Intelligence agencies from various countries anticipate that the intense phase of hostilities could conclude by June, provided a 30-day ceasefire is successfully negotiated, adhered to, and subsequently extended. Concrete measures are currently being developed to de-escalate the conflict. 👇

⚡️⚡️⚡️"The Kursk operation has fulfilled its objective," Zelenskyy stated. "The situation is currently very challenging. I can only express my gratitude to our soldiers for this operation. It achieved its goal.

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Putin's decision on the 30-days truce is going to be made after the telephone conversation with Pres.Trump tomorrow. Obviously, Russia wants a lot. This is what negotiations are about: each side demands the most, hopefully to get to compromise. Or to keep fighting unless someone loses

Putin aide Ushakov: Moscow does not want a temporary ceasefire, seeks a "long-term settlement" reflecting RF interests. Called it a "respite" for UA forces in talks with Waltz. Putin may elaborate Thursday. Source: Interfax

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IMHO Would a 30-day ceasefire be beneficial if both sides agree? Absolutely—any effort to bring the parties to the negotiating table is a step in the right direction. Do I believe the war will end this year? No. 👇

Battles rage on Sudzha’s outskirts as the Russia presses Ukrainians from east and north. Despite false withdrawal claims online, fighting persists in the gray zone. The situation is tough, but Ukraine’s Defense Forces are still holding the line.

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1/3 It’s striking how diplomacy’s potential has faded from memory—even among diplomats themselves. The internet brims with venom: insults, caricatures, and echo chambers of rage, despair, and futility. Journalists abandon rigor and neutrality, experts surf emotional tempests, and politicians

Ukraine strikes Moscow in biggest drone attack on Russian capital - Reuters ✔️At least 91 drones downed around Moscow ✔️One killed, at least three injured ✔️Flights suspended at Moscow's airports ✔️Biggest Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow ✔️At least 337 drones downed over Russia

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Just witnessed our air defense intercept a Russian drone over Kyiv. It flared like New Year’s Eve fireworks, but the trembling windows snapped me back—each burst a reminder of somebody's lives hanging in the balance.

BREAKING: concessions by both Ukraine and Russia would be central to diplomacy - Secretary Rubio. Mr. Rubio declined to offer the outline of a potential agreement but made clear that concessions by both sides would be central to diplomacy. www.nytimes.com/2025/03/10/u...

Ukraine Must Cede Territory in Any Peace Deal, Rubio Says

The secretary of state, heading to talks with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia, said future talks with Moscow will be needed to determine what Russia is willing to give up to end the war.

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Donald Trump may visit China in April for a potential meeting with Xi Jinping, aiming for a diplomatic win. Both leaders are keen to host the talks, but initial discussions lean toward Trump traveling to Beijing. If confirmed, the visit could redefine U.S.-China dynamics

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