US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to simplify federal regulations for commercial space launches. Shares of AIRO Group, Satellogic, and Rocket Lab USA rose, some by more than 11%.
The meeting between Putin and Trump in Alaska will begin at 11:30 local time with a one-on-one conversation. The Kremlin named the central topic of the summit.
A Russian plane flew from Moscow to Anchorage, Alaska, where the Trump-Putin summit is expected. Information about Putin's presence on board has not been confirmed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at Downing Street, where he was met by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The meeting takes place on the eve of Trump-Putin talks in Alaska.
Donald Trump told European and Ukrainian leaders that the US is ready to provide security guarantees for Ukraine, but under certain conditions. This was discussed at a virtual meeting organized by Germany, before Trump's summit with Putin.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday. The meeting will take place as Europe prepares for the outcome of Trump's talks with his Russian counterpart.
US President Donald Trump told European leaders he would not discuss territorial division with Putin. The purpose of the meeting is to ensure a ceasefire in Ukraine.
During a video conference with European allies, Donald Trump stated that he would demand an unconditional ceasefire from Putin. He also promised a US contribution to security guarantees developed by the "Coalition of the Determined."
US Vice President JD Vance assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Washington would not impose a peace deal with Russia on Ukraine. The US will not negotiate with Russia on resolving the war in Ukraine without Ukraine or Europe.
Donald Trump seeks a meeting with Vladimir Putin to end Russia's war against Ukraine, which Putin has agreed to. Experts fear that Trump may make concessions to Putin, leading to a "bad deal" that Ukraine may reject.
The Coalition of the Willing opposes restrictions on the Armed Forces of Ukraine in a future peace agreement and rejects the Kremlin's veto right on Ukraine's accession to the EU and NATO. Leaders supported Trump's efforts for peace in Ukraine.
In Berlin, EU and US leaders confirmed that issues of Ukraine's territorial integrity and security cannot be resolved without Kyiv's participation. If Russia does not take steps towards peace, pressure on the Kremlin will be increased.
Satellite images indicate Russia is preparing to test the 9M730 Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile. Activity was recorded at the Pankovo test site on Novaya Zemlya, despite planned talks between Putin and Trump.
Trump warned Putin of “very serious consequences” if he refused a ceasefire and stated that he sought to organize a second meeting with Zelenskyy. European leaders emphasized: no territorial concessions without Ukraine's consent.
A deal on the war in Ukraine between Trump and Putin in Alaska is unlikely due to Zelensky's absence from the negotiations. Territorial concessions are the main stumbling block, with the President of Ukraine rejecting territorial exchange.
President Zelenskyy announced the coordination of further steps and close cooperation with partners. He called for financing drone production and joining the PURL tool for purchasing American weapons.
The US Treasury Department has authorized all financial transactions related to the organization of the summit between President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The restrictions have been lifted until August 20 for the meeting to take place.
Russia seeks to discuss the reduction of NATO troop presence in Europe at the Alaska summit. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Russia wants to include this topic in negotiations regarding the future of the war in Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump is preparing to offer Vladimir Putin access to Alaska's rare earth minerals and the lifting of sanctions. This is intended to incentivize Russia to end the war against Ukraine.
Finnish President Stubb believes that the coming days and weeks could be crucial for Ukraine. He highly praised the meeting of European leaders with Donald Trump.
The head of the President's Office, Andriy Yermak, stated the unity of the USA, Europe, and Ukraine on the principle of the impossibility of making decisions without Ukraine's participation. He emphasized that Russia will no longer be able to ignore Ukraine in the negotiation process.
The Italian government expects Russia's position on Alaska to be determined during negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. Prime Minister Meloni thanked Trump for his efforts and Zelenskyy for seeking a diplomatic solution.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would not be able to convince Putin not to shell civilians during their meeting in Alaska. He hopes to end the war and warned of serious consequences for Russia.
President of the European Council António Costa announced the EU's intention to cooperate closely with the US to end Russia's war against Ukraine. Achieving a ceasefire remains a priority.
US President Donald Trump rated his phone conversation with European leaders and Volodymyr Zelenskyy a 10 out of 10. The conversation took place two days before the summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
US President Donald Trump announced serious consequences for Russia if Putin does not stop the war. This will happen after their meeting in Alaska.
French President Emmanuel Macron supported a trilateral meeting between the presidents of the USA, Ukraine, and the Russian Federation. The meeting is to take place in Europe, in a neutral country, provided Ukraine participates in the discussion of its territory.
US President Donald Trump stated the possibility of a second meeting involving Volodymyr Zelenskyy if the first talks with Vladimir Putin are successful. Trump will meet with Putin on August 15, 2025, in Alaska to discuss Russia's war against Ukraine.
Donald Trump announced his administration's mission to restore peace in Europe, emphasizing the importance of a strong Air Force and Army. This message came amid the announced meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska on August 15, 2025.
US President Donald Trump held online consultations with European leaders, including the presidents of Poland and Ukraine, which lasted over an hour. Five common principles for ending the war in Ukraine were discussed.
