What Putin wants from Alaska meeting: Zelensky receives report from intelligence, military command
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has received a report from intelligence and military commanders on Russia's plans.
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11 August 2025
Trump-Putin summit sends Munich 1938 vibes - expert
An upcoming meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin draws some parallels with the infamous 1938 Munich conference where Czechoslovakia’s fate was decided behind the back of the country’s leadership.
Meeting in Alaska could humiliate US - political scientist
U.S. President Donald Trump is likely to humiliate himself and the country again during the anticipated meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska, according to American political scientist Lincoln Mitchell, a professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs.
Zelensky: Communication with US сcontinues at all levels, everyone is involved
Ukraine is maintaining active communication with its partners about the real situation in the diplomatic arena and Russia's plans. A number of calls and exchanges are scheduled for the evening of August 11 and for August 12.
Trump says he will try to return part of Ukraine's territories
A peace agreement to end the war in Ukraine may involve changes to the country's territory, but the final deal will be concluded between Ukraine and Russia, with the leaders negotiating in person.
Zelensky, Carney agree Ukraine must take part in decisions on its future
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney agreed on the necessity of Ukraine's participation in any decision-making concerning its future and the security of its citizens.
Top diplomats support US steps towards just peace in Ukraine - Kallas
The foreign ministers of EU member states have expressed their support for the steps taken by US President Donald Trump's administration to achieve a just peace in Ukraine.
Former ICC judge: Negotiations in Alaska without Ukraine are alarming sign
British lawyer and former ICC judge Howard Morrison has expressed concern about negotiations on Ukraine's future, which may take place in Alaska with the participation of US President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin without full representation from Ukraine.
Trump says he will meet Putin on Friday in Russia, but may have misspoken
US President Donald Trump suddenly announced that he would meet with Putin on Friday in Russia.
Zelensky holds meeting of Staff and orders to increase funding for combat units
President Volodymyr Zelensky ordered increased funding for combat units: each brigade will receive 7 million UAH for each battalion participating in combat operations.
Putin to “play” with Trump - German expert on meeting in Alaska
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will try to please U.S. President Donald Trump during their meeting, announced for August 15 in Alaska, but will continue to insist on his demands, which are unacceptable to Ukraine.
Azerbaijan allocates additional $2M in humanitarian aid to Ukraine
On Monday, August 11, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree allocating an additional USD 2 million for the purchase of electrical equipment for Ukraine.
Czech Foreign Minister arrives in Ukraine
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky has arrived in Ukraine on a visit.
Inviting Zelensky to Alaska meeting would be best decision – Polish deputy PM
Inviting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the planned Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska would be the best decision in the current circumstances.
Markarova sure US will negotiate with Russia from position of strength
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States, Oksana Markarova, expressed confidence that the U.S. will act from a position of strength and that a joint solution will be found to end Russia's aggression.
10 August 2025
German chancellor says Zelensky should join meeting between Trump and Putin
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz insists that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should be involved in the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
Zelensky discusses energy cooperation with Azerbaijani president
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone conversation with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to discuss bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, as well as diplomatic communication with the United States and European partners.
Zelensky holds phone call with Kazakh president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky briefed President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on diplomatic efforts with U.S. President Donald Trump and recent agreements with European partners.
Zelensky, Swedish PM discuss diplomatic situation and AFU aviation development
President Volodymyr Zelensky and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson held detailed discussions on the current diplomatic situation and development of Ukraine’s military aviation.
MFA responds to Fico's statement on Ukraine: He still does not understand danger of appeasing Russia
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has expressed regret over the openly offensive rhetoric of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico regarding Ukraine and called on him not to appease the aggressor state.
Zelensky thanks European leaders for joint statement on peace in Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked European leaders for their joint statement on peace in Ukraine.
FM: Only strength and unity can stop Russia; concessions provoke new aggression
Only strength and international unity can coerce Russia to end the war against Ukraine, and any concessions will only encourage further aggression from the Kremlin.
Leaders of several European countries and EU issue statement on peace in Ukraine
The current line of contact should serve as the starting point for negotiations aimed to achieve peace in Ukraine. Following these talks—conducted with the support of Ukraine’s European partners—Ukraine must receive reliable security guarantees.
Yermak says negotiations only possible with Ukraine’s participation and without recognizing occupation
Negotiations on a lasting peace are only possible with Ukraine, with respect for its sovereignty and without recognition of the occupation.
Presidents of Ukraine and Finland coordinate positions for joint work with U.S.
President Volodymyr Zelensky and Finnish President Alexander Stubb have coordinated their positions for the most productive joint work with the U.S.
09 August 2025
Putin seeks war pause in exchange for legalization of occupied Ukrainian territory, says Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to exchange a pause in the war for the legalization of the occupation of part of Ukraine's territory.
Path to peace must be determined only together with Ukraine - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated in an evening video address that the path to peace for Ukraine should be determined only together with Ukraine.
Ukraine and Europeans present alternative negotiation plan with Putin — WSJ
European countries, together with Ukraine, have prepared and presented an alternative plan for a peaceful settlement in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal for a ceasefire.
Expert says Russia doomed to fail in negotiations due to arrogance and inflated expectations
Russia is stalling for time in negotiations with the US in order to avoid new sanctions and achieve at least minimal success on the battlefield. US President Donald Trump, on the other hand, wants diplomatic success to boost his ego and bring him closer to winning the Nobel Peace Prize.
Macron says fate of Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukrainians
The future of Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukrainians, who have been fighting for their freedom and security for over three years.