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Russia-Ukraine war escalation and diplomatic stalemate

Russia continues strikes on Ukraine, including a deadly attack on Latvia's honorary consulate, while the Kremlin says it awaits new US proposals to end the war.

2 stories11 sourcesUpdated Jul 24, 2026

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Jul 24, 2026
The Kremlin says President Trump is sincere about ending the war but that Russia will keep fighting for 'total victory' while awaiting new US proposals.
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Jul 24, 2026
A Russian airstrike on Sloviansk damages Latvia's Honorary Consulate, killing several civilians and injuring residents, drawing international condemnation.
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Russia awaits U.S. proposals to end Ukraine war

The Kremlin says President Trump is sincere about ending the Ukraine war and that Russia will wait for new US proposals, while continuing military actions to seek total victory. Moscow also blames Ukraine and its European partners for stalled talks, citing recent trilateral discussions as evidence of its stance.

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Russia hits Latvia consulate in Sloviansk; five dead

A Russian airstrike on Sloviansk damaged Latvia’s Honorary Consulate, killing several civilians and injuring multiple residents while Latvia and its partners condemn the attack as deliberate and part of Russia’s aggression; Latvian officials say the consulate staff, including the honorary consul, were not harmed and that Latvia will continue to support Ukraine, with EU and NATO ministers being informed and international condemnation mounting.

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