The White House has released a new official photograph of the meeting between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine. The photo is captioned with the phrase "In Pursuit of Peace."
Trump believes that ceasefire negotiations can be resolved in a few weeks. The US leader sees a possibility of resolving the conflict, despite differences among leaders.
The Deputy Chief of Staff of the White House published a photo with a map of Ukraine from the meeting of the US and Ukrainian presidents. After that, Trump met with European leaders.
The meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump began at 8:15 PM Kyiv time, consisting of public and closed parts. After this, the leaders went to meet with their European counterparts.
During the meeting of the US and Ukrainian presidents in the Oval Office of the White House, journalists were removed from the room. This is reported by Western media.
Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy held a meeting in the Oval Office, noting a "completely different tone" compared to previous ones. Trump reduced criticism, and Zelenskyy expressed gratitude.
At the meeting in the Oval Office of the White House, the presidents of Ukraine and the USA once again raised the issue of the "suit". The reporter noted Zelenskyy's excellent appearance, to which Trump agreed.
The meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States has begun in the Oval Office of the White House. Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump are already making their first statements.
Users of the Ukrainian segment of YouTube report problems with the service. Outages have been recorded since 8:00 PM, with most complaints concerning streaming video and the website.
The White House is finalizing preparations for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit. Ukrainian and American flags have been set up, and the military honor guard has taken its positions.
EU, UK, and NATO leaders arrived at the White House. Among them were the NATO Secretary General, the head of the European Commission, the prime ministers of Britain and Italy, the presidents of Finland and France, and the German Chancellor.
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Serhiy Palisa arrived at the White House, carrying a rolled-up sheet of paper. He was accompanied by Andriy Yermak and Rustem Umerov.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Finland, Great Britain, Italy, the EC, and NATO in Washington. They coordinated their positions before the start of negotiations with US President Donald Trump.
European diplomats are discussing a possible venue for a trilateral Trump-Zelenskyy-Putin summit. Rome and Geneva are the main options, but the parties have different preferences.
Chinese scientists have transformed human stem cells into dopamine neurons, which reduce depressive behavior in mice. This discovery could form the basis for cell therapy for neuropsychiatric disorders.
Russian troops struck Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy region, and Odesa, killing civilians, including children. This happened on the eve of a meeting in Washington regarding ending the war.
Ibiza faces a housing crisis amid rising rents, forcing locals and seasonal workers to live in unauthorized camps. The average rent on the island has reached 33.7 euros per square meter, significantly exceeding the national minimum wage.
Five enemy "Shaheds" simultaneously attacked a residential building in Kharkiv, killing a family with children. More people may be under the rubble, the rescue operation continues.
From August 4 to 17, the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the National Guard cleared six settlements in Donetsk region, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. Pokrovsk was also cleared and 7 occupiers were taken prisoner.
The White House has released the official agenda for US President Donald Trump for August 18. An hour-long bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is planned.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak reported on the use of US symbols by Russian occupiers. The video shows Russian equipment going on the assault with Russian and US flags.
The Ukrainian sea corridor has transported 137 million tons of cargo in two years, including 84 million tons of agricultural products. It ensures food security for 54 countries around the world, operating 24/7 despite infrastructure damage.
In Kyiv, the death of a 10-year-old girl who died in a children's hospital during anesthesia administration is being investigated. The child was in the hospital due to a forearm fracture.
The body of the seventh victim of the morning terrorist shelling was pulled from under the rubble in Kharkiv. The death toll has risen to seven people.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni warned allies about the need to support the US President's efforts for peace. She also argues with French President Emmanuel Macron over the location of a trilateral Putin-Zelensky-Trump meeting.
A sixth body has been found in Kharkiv after the morning strike. Among the victims are two children, aged 1.5 and 16. August 18 has been declared a Day of Mourning in the Kharkiv region.
The study found that SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with increased arterial stiffness in women, especially in severe cases of the disease. This effect was not observed in men, which may explain the prolonged course of COVID-19 in women.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 182 combat engagements over the past day, 58 of which occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched four missile strikes and 80 air strikes, using 5132 kamikaze drones.
In Brovary district, a VAZ driver ran over a woman in a wheelchair, who later died in the hospital. The driver was found to have 2.1 per mille of alcohol, he was detained.
Six people, including two in serious condition, have been hospitalized in medical facilities in Zaporizhzhia after the attack on the regional center. The number of injured people requiring medical assistance is growing.
