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.
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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.
Zelensky discusses with Macron ways to achieve peace and security for Europe
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of France Emmanuel Macron exchanged views on the diplomatic situation.
Zelensky discusses diplomatic situation and communication with partners with Danish PM
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the diplomatic situation and communication with partners with the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen.
MFA calls on international community to condemn Russia's repressive policy toward Indigenous Peoples of Ukraine
On the occasion of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on the international community to condemn Russia's repressive and discriminatory policy toward the Indigenous Peoples of Ukraine.
Joint security and EU integration: Zelensky holds telephone conversation with Estonian Prime Minister
Prime Minister of Estonia Kristen Michal agrees that decisions regarding Ukraine's security are important for everyone in Europe.
Zelensky discusses with Starmer the “danger of Russia's plan”
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer the need for lasting peace in Ukraine and the danger of Russia's plan to reduce everything to a discussion of the impossible outcome.
Germany reminds Lukashenko of demand to release over thousand political prisoners
On the fifth anniversary of the elections in Belarus, Germany reminds the Lukashenko regime of over 1,000 political prisoners and demands their release.
New Polish President to meet Trump in Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump has invited the new Polish President, Karol Nawrocki, to Washington for a meeting on September 3.
German diplomat: Trump should discuss ending Russian aggression at meeting with Zelensky and Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump, holding a bilateral meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, risks falling into the political trap of the Russian leader again, who, however, may find himself in an awkward position due to the choice of the summit venue.
Alaska Governor says state is ready to host Trump-Putin meeting
On Saturday, Alaska Governor Mike Dunlap said that the state is ready to host a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Ukraine ready for real peace decisions but will not cede land to invaders, says Zelensky
Ukraine is ready for real decisions that can bring peace, but Ukrainians will not give their land to invaders, says President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Trump to meet Putin on August 15 in Alaska
President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin will meet on August 15 in Alaska.
08 August 2025
Trump admits 'swapping of territories' in Ukraine-Russia deal
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that he is considering returning some territories to Ukraine as well as exchanging parts of the occupied lands.
Ukraine should move forward in EU accession talks together with Moldova – Zelensky
Continuing the European integration of Ukraine and other countries makes Europe united. Ukraine should advance toward the European Union together with Moldova.
Nawrocki will not be pro-Ukrainian president, his priority will be domestic policy – expert
Poland's new president, Karol Nawrocki, will not be a pro-Ukrainian leader – and such expectations would be misplaced. His main priority will be domestic stabilization rather than foreign policy.
Foreign ministers of Ukraine, Moldova, Romania sign joint statement in Chernivtsi
In Chernivtsi, the foreign ministers of Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania signed a joint statement following their meeting.
Zelensky says he held many talks with world leaders to forge common position on peace in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he has held more than a dozen conversations with heads of state and government to develop a common position on achieving lasting peace in Ukraine.
Putin-Trump meeting could fuel Russians' 'collective narcissism' – expert
If Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin manages to meet in person with U.S. President Donald Trump, it could bolster the Russian propaganda narrative that Putin has taken Russia "off up its knees."
Trump and Putin meeting scheduled for end of next week - White House
A White House official said that a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is tentatively scheduled for the end of next week.
Zelensky holds talks with Latvian president on peace and European integration
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared his vision of steps towards peace with Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs.