Zelensky: Russia shows no signs that the trilateral meeting will take place
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia shows no signs that the trilateral meeting between the leaders of Ukraine, the U.S., and Russia will take place.
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Defense Forces strike Russian military convoy on highway in Kursk region
On the night of August 17, the Defense Forces fired on a Russian army convoy on the Rylsk-Khomutovka highway in the Kursk region of Russia, seriously wounding Lieutenant General Abachev, Deputy Commander of the Sever military group.
German expert: Ukraine and Europe must not allow Trump to force them into a hastily prepared agreement
U.S. President Donald Trump wants a quick agreement to end the war in Ukraine and may therefore try to increase pressure on Kyiv and Europe, which must not allow a wedge to be driven between themselves and the United States.
Invaders shell Kupiansk with artillery, civilian wounded
A resident of Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region was wounded as a result of Russian artillery shelling.
Sybiha aligns positions with Finnish FM ahead of Coalition of Willing meeting
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a telephone conversation with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen on Sunday morning and coordinated positions ahead of the meeting of the leaders of the Coalition of the Willing.
Defense Forces destroy 40 drones overnight
On the night of August 17, Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed or neutralized 40 Russian drones out of 60 launched.
Russian army loses another 900 troops in war against Ukraine
The Russian army’s combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to August 17, 2025 amount to nearly 1,069,950 invaders, including another 900 troops killed or wounded in action in the past day.
Russia keeps 277 Crimean political prisoners behind bars
As of today, 277 Crimean political prisoners remain in Russian custody, including 157 representatives of the indigenous Crimean Tatar people.
Russian drone targets rescuers in Zaporizhzhia region
Emergency responders came under Russian attack in a frontline settlement in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Putin's rhetoric on Ukraine war unchanged – ISW
Russian leader Vladimir Putin did not change his rhetoric regarding the war in Ukraine following his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska on Friday
Nine new electronic warfare systems approved for use by Ukrainian forces in July
In July, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry authorized the deployment of nine new electronic warfare and electronic intelligence systems for use by Ukraine's Defense Forces.
16 August 2025
Russian drone strikes hit Kostiantynivka, damage civilian infrastructure
The Russian military carried out multiple drone strikes on Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, earlier today, damaging several buildings across the city.
US expert: Alaska meeting was theater, not capitulation
Seeing the war criminal Vladimir Putin on the red carpet in the United States was a painful sight, but the meeting served as a step for President Donald Trump to test whether peace could be achieved on Ukraine's terms.
Starmer: Trump's efforts have brought peace in Ukraine closer than ever
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, following the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska, has stated that Trump's leadership in seeking "an end to the killing" deserves recognition.
Syrskyi reports to Zelensky on frontline situation: Ukrainian forces make gains in Donetsk region
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi briefed President Volodymyr Zelensky on the situation along the front line.
Image of US soldiers kneeling before Putin leaves a stain on America – British expert
The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin produced no tangible results but demonstrated that the Trump administration is bringing the Kremlin chief out of isolation.
Trump, Putin only care about joint business – German expert
U.S. President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin share common economic interests, particularly in exploiting natural resources from Ukrainian territories occupied by Russia, while the fate of Ukrainians does not concern them.
Macron announces upcoming meeting of Coalition of the Willing
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a new meeting of the Coalition of the Willing to be held in the near future.
Summit in Alaska was meant to be historic, but it turned out as always – diplomat
The summit in Alaska fell short of expectations. Although U.S. President Donald Trump regards it as proof that the leaders of both countries are capable of negotiating, in reality, no agreements were reached.
Lasting peace must be achieved, not just another pause between invasions – Zelensky
Following a conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky further coordinated positions with European partners.
EU working closely with Ukraine and US to achieve peace — von der Leyen
The European Union is in close contact with the U.S. administration and Ukrainian government to achieve a just peace.
Ukraine must have ironclad security guarantees – European leaders
European leaders welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to achieve peace and reaffirmed the need for “ironclad security guarantees” for Ukraine.
National Guard soldiers destroy Russian EW equipment, ammo depot in Kupiansk sector
Ukraine’s National Guard Commander Oleksandr Pivnenko has showcased the destruction of Russian military assets in the Kupiansk sector, carried out by the Bureviy Brigade.
Trump says best way to end war is through a peace agreement
Following his meeting with Vladimir Putin and phone call with NATO leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. President Donald Trump said that "it was determined by all that the best way to end the horrific war between Russia and Ukraine is to go directly to a Peace Agreement".
Senator Graham: War could end before Christmas if Trump, Zelensky, and Putin meet
U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has said that the war in Ukraine could end before Christmas—if a trilateral meeting takes place between U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Zelensky and Trump planning to meet in Washington on August 18
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has supported a proposal for a trilateral meeting involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia. The specifics of the negotiations are expected to be discussed with U.S. President Donald Trump during their meeting in Washington on August 18.
Lithuania, Czechia doubt Putin's willingness to pursue real peace after Alaska summit
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky and Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovile Sakaliene commented on the outcome of the U.S.-Russia summit in Alaska, expressing skepticism about Russian leader Vladimir Putin's willingness to end the war.
Trump holds phone call with Zelensky after Alaska meeting with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky following his talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
War update: 139 clashes on front lines in past 24 hours
On August 15, Ukraine's Defense Forces engaged in 139 clashes with Russian occupiers on the frontline.
Air defenses neutralize 61 of 85 drones in overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Ukraine's air defense forces intercepted or jammed 61 out of 85 drones launched by Russian troops during attacks on the country since the evening of August 15.