President Donald Trump announced near-resumption of intelligence sharing with Ukraine, amidst high-stakes peace talks with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia. The discussions also involve potential military aid and a minerals deal.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States had "just about" ended a suspension of intelligence sharing with Ukraine, and that he expects good results out of upcoming talks with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia.

The United States has temporarily cut off intelligence sharing with Ukraine, officials said on Wednesday, the latest blow to the relationship between the Trump administration and Kyiv. CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed the decision in an interview with Fox News on Wednesday morning.

CIA director John Ratcliffe says the move will "put the world in a better place for these peace negotiations to move forward", with the move coming amid deteriorating relations between Washington DC and Kyiv.

Officials say Russia has launched heavy aerial attacks on Ukraine for a second night. Without U.S. satellite imagery, Ukraine's ability to defend itself is diminished.

The U.S. decision to stop sharing military intelligence with Ukraine hobbles its ability to strike and defend against the Russian army

The decision by the United States to suspend intelligence cooperation with Ukraine has had serious consequences on the front lines, reports "Time" magazine. Russia has gained an advantage on a key front,

Russia launched heavy aerial attacks on Ukraine for a second night Saturday after the United States stopped sharing satellite images.