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Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umierov announces progress in security and humanitarian negotiations with US envoy Steve Witkoff after talks in Florida.

Iranian President Masoud Pejeshkian discussed bilateral relations and regional tensions with Indian PM Narendra Modi, urging guarantees from the US and Israel to halt military actions.

Federal employees are working without pay due to the partial government shutdown, resulting in longer wait times at airports for travelers, including those with TSA PreCheck.

Gulf states are reassessing their security strategies in light of perceived weakening US defense guarantees amid escalating US-Israel military actions against Iran.

Gulf states, reliant on U.S. security guarantees, realize they need additional support following recent Iranian attacks.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlines three key conditions for ending the conflict in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for international guarantees and reparations.

Iran is open to considering a truce in its conflict with the US if guarantees are provided against future attacks by the US and Israel, according to reports from Bloomberg.

Iranian President Masoud Bezhkian demands international guarantees for a permanent halt to attacks and compensation to Tehran, as US President Donald Trump states that the US will continue fighting until the mission is completed, despite claiming victory.

Iran has indicated that it will only agree to a ceasefire if there are guarantees from the US and Israel against future attacks.

Iran's leaders reject a ceasefire amid ongoing US-Israeli pressure, asserting they are not losing the conflict and demand more security guarantees from the US.

Stocks of missiles vital for Ukraine's defense are depleting amidst the ongoing conflict in Iran, leading to concerns over the effectiveness of Western security guarantees.

VG argues that the concept of a French-led nuclear umbrella is being revisited in the face of perceived threats, particularly from the U.S. withdrawal of security guarantees.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un observed a missile launch from the destroyer Choi Hyun-ho and emphasized the need to safeguard sovereignty in light of international tensions.

Ukrainian officials report progress in negotiations with Russia over US-proposed security guarantees, amidst growing concerns in Europe about a lack of attention from the US on the Ukraine conflict.

Russia has announced its acceptance of the US-proposed security guarantees for Ukraine in the post-war period, according to a senior Ukrainian official.

Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Ukrainian President's Office, announced that Russia has agreed to the U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine during recent peace negotiations.

Russia has confirmed preparations for new trilateral talks regarding Ukraine with the US, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.

Kyryło Budanow, chief of the Ukrainian president's office, stated that Russia would accept security guarantees for Ukraine offered by the US.

Russia has reportedly agreed to accept US security guarantees for Ukraine after the war, as stated by Ukraine's presidential chief of staff.

Ukrainian officials report that Russia has accepted US security guarantees for Ukraine, signaling progress in peace talks.

Ukrainian officials announced that Russia expressed willingness to agree to US-proposed security guarantees for Ukraine during recent Geneva talks.

Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Ukrainian President's office, announced that Russia has agreed to accept US security guarantees during ongoing negotiations.

French President Emmanuel Macron is set to visit a top-secret submarine base amid concerns among European nations regarding the US nuclear security guarantees.

A researcher suggests that Kyiv and Moscow might reach a peace agreement without concrete security guarantees for Ukraine, although this is currently seen as unrealistic.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy states that while the proposed security guarantees have positive aspects, the US prefers them to be signed concurrently with a peace deal with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that former President Donald Trump's administration hindered Ukraine's ability to manufacture its own Patriot missile systems.

German and UK generals warn Europe to prepare for a potential Russian attack, while discussions between Ukraine, Russia, and the US in Geneva will cover broader issues including security guarantees.

During the Munich Security Conference, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassured European allies while Ukrainian President Zelensky called for pre-agreements on security guarantees before signing any peace deal.

Ukraine is seeking a 20-year security guarantee from the US before finalizing a peace deal, with President Zelenskyy emphasizing the need for clarity on this issue ahead of upcoming talks with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the US is providing 15-year security guarantees to Ukraine, while Kyiv is pushing for commitments exceeding 20 years to enhance investor confidence.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged the US to formalize security guarantees as crucial for Ukraine's stability amid ongoing conflict.

A three-country meeting among the US, Russia, and Ukraine will take place in Geneva on the 17th and 18th to address issues relating to ongoing conflicts and security guarantees for Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that elections in Ukraine will only be held after ensuring security guarantees and a ceasefire, rejecting reports of U.S. pressure for immediate elections.

President Zelenskyy of Ukraine refuted claims that the US is conditionalizing its security guarantees on the announcement of a presidential election date.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to announce a presidential election and a referendum on a peace deal with Russia on February 24, which could be crucial for maintaining U.S. security guarantees.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to announce presidential elections and a referendum on any peace agreement with Russia for May, amid pressure from the U.S. to secure a ceasefire and provide security guarantees to Ukraine.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the US of insufficient progress in peace talks regarding the Ukraine conflict, while analysts highlight Russia's efforts to impose conditions that undermine Ukraine's security guarantees.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need for effective security guarantees during a briefing with his negotiators following talks with US and Russian representatives.

Lithuania's Prime Minister warns of hybrid attacks from Russia and calls for stronger European leadership, highlighting the Suwałki Corridor as a potential crisis point for NATO and the EU.

The Kremlin is seeking new arguments to persuade the US and Europe not to agree to security guarantees for Ukraine, with the ultimate goal of turning Ukraine into another Belarus, according to experts from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) who analyzed a recent interview by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov with Kremlin propaganda media RT.

Finland has cautioned US officials against labeling future security commitments to Ukraine as 'Article 5-like', fearing it might weaken NATO's collective defense principle, according to a leaked cable.

Finland has urged U.S. officials not to describe future security guarantees for post-war Ukraine as 'similar to Article 5', indicating that such language could undermine NATO's mutual defense clause.

The President of Ukraine announced that the US security guarantees are ready for signing, reflecting a significant step in international relations amid ongoing conflicts.

A Ukrainian delegation will meet with US officials in Miami on Saturday to discuss security guarantees.

A survey reveals that 54% of Ukrainians oppose the idea of transferring the Donbas region to Russia in exchange for security guarantees from the US and Europe.

G7 leaders are meeting with US President Donald Trump in Davos to secure his support for security guarantees for Ukraine following a ceasefire.

Ukrainian President Zelensky has instructed his negotiation team to finalize a security guarantees document with the U.S. as peace discussions with Moscow intensify.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has tasked his team with finalizing a security guarantees document from the US for presidential consideration.

Ukraine and the United States are set to sign a significant reconstruction agreement worth more than 650 billion euros as the country faces challenges from ongoing Russian attacks and urgent security guarantees.

US oil executives are meeting with Donald Trump to seek legal and financial assurances for investing in Venezuela.