Ukraine expects “positive signal” from US regarding new format for air defense - Zelensky
Ukraine is awaiting a positive signal from the United States regarding a new format for protecting its airspace.
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Putin will try to use meeting in China as “permission” to continue war - Zelensky
Russian President Vladimir Putin rejects all peace initiatives and will try to use the meeting in China as a pretext to continue the war.
Zelensky on meeting with Putin: Result should be end to war
Ukraine is ready for negotiations at the leadership level in any format, but the Kremlin's actions indicate a lack of desire for real dialogue and an end to the war.
Coalition of Willing: 26 countries pledge troops to reassure Ukraine post-war
Twenty-six countries participating in the Coalition of the Willing are ready to be present on land, at sea, or in the air to guarantee Ukraine's security.
Zelensky outlines details of Coalition of the Willing meeting: Our goal is to end war with reliable peace
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that members of the Coalition of the Willing share Ukraine’s view that Russia intends to prolong the war, and therefore, pressure on the Kremlin must be intensified through sanctions. In particular, the European Union is working on its 19th sanctions package, while Japan is preparing its own measures.
Coalition of the Willing members announce readiness to supply Ukraine with long-range missiles
At the Coalition of the Willing meeting, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin “cannot be trusted” and stressed the need to intensify pressure on Russia.
Zelensky meets with Witkoff
The meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and White House Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has concluded.
EU remains skeptical about seizing Russia’s frozen assets, Lithuania’s FM says
EU countries remain skeptical about proposals to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.
Costa, von der Leyen make statements on arriving at Coalition of the Willing summit
European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are participating in today’s Coalition of the Willing meeting in Paris.
Coalition of the Willing summit starts in Paris
In Paris, at the Élysée Palace, the summit the Coalition of the Willing has begun, chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron together with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
DM Shmyhal discusses cooperation on marine drone production with New Zealand delegation
During a meeting in Kyiv with New Zealand Defense Minister Judith Collins and New Zealand Armed Forces Commander Air Marshal Tony Davis, Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed opportunities for cooperation in the production of marine drones.
Zelensky: Korean scenario for ending war in Ukraine possible, but fails to meet security needs
A South Korean model for ending the war in Ukraine is possible, but it does not meet Ukraine’s security needs.
UK Defense Secretary on Putin at Beijing parade: It shows he is weak
UK Defense Secretary John Healey believes that the presence of Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin at the military parade in Beijing only underscores the aggressor’s weakness and dependence.
03 September 2025
Russia expanding propaganda network in Africa under guise of fighting disinformation
The Russian Federation is expanding its propaganda network in Africa by engaging journalists and political analysts under the pretense of combating disinformation.
Zelensky, European leaders to hold call with Trump on Thursday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several European leaders are set to hold a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, September 4, following the Coalition of the Willing meeting scheduled for the same day.
New Zealand's defense minister visits site of Russian strike in Kyiv
New Zealand's Defense Minister Judith Collins visited the site of Russia's June 17 missile strike on Vaclav Havel Boulevard in Kyiv.
Zelensky sure Ukraine will get security guarantees
Ukraine will definitely receive security guarantees that will be the result of a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing.
EU politicians urge UN to intervene over Russia's genocide of Ukrainians in occupied territories
Russia's actions against Ukrainians in the occupied territories, particularly forced conscription, compulsory passportization, and Russification, amount to nothing less than genocide.
Zelensky arrives in Paris for talks with Macron
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Paris for a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, followed by further negotiations within the framework of the Coalition of the Willing.
Trump says he awaits Putin’s decision on war in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he has no message for Russian President Vladimir Putin, as Russia will ultimately have to make its own decision regarding the war in Ukraine—and the United States will respond accordingly.
Shmyhal and Healey discuss strengthening defense capabilities of Ukraine and UK
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and UK Defense Secretary John Healey coordinated the next steps to enhance the defense capabilities of both countries during their meeting in Kyiv.
Nordic-Baltic leaders pledge to boost military support to Ukraine
Leaders of the Nordic-Baltic states have pledged to increase military assistance to Ukraine, noting that recent weeks have shown that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is not interested in peace.
Ukrainian president meets with Danish PM
On Wednesday, September 3, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at her official residence in Marienborg.
UK imposes new sanctions on Russia over illegal deportation of Ukrainian сhildren
The UK government on Wednesday, September 3, announced a new package of sanctions against 11 Russian individuals and entities involved in the forced deportation of Ukrainian children.
UK defense secretary visits site of Russian strike on British Council in Kyiv
UK Defense Secretary John Healey has visited the site of a recent Russian strike in Kyiv that damaged the British Council building.
Zelensky arrives in Denmark
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Denmark for a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and talks with leaders of the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) cooperation format, according to presidential spokesperson Sergii Nykyforov.
Trump again says he is disappointed in Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he is “very disappointed” in Vladimir Putin and added that his administration plans to take certain measures to reduce casualties in Russia’s war against Ukraine.
UK Defence Secretary arrives in Ukraine
UK Defence Secretary John Healey has arrived in Ukraine for an official visit.
French and U.S. top diplomats discuss ways to step up pressure on Russia
On Tuesday evening, ahead of the Coalition of the Willing meeting in Paris, France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot held a phone call with his U.S. counterpart, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, to discuss ways of increasing pressure on Russia.