The Prime Minister of Great Britain, the Chancellor of Germany, and the President of France will hold a virtual meeting on Ukraine. This will take place before the summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin on August 15.
Great Britain supports diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine. London emphasizes Kyiv's mandatory participation in any agreements.
European leaders, including Macron and Merz, insist on Ukraine's participation in Trump-Putin talks. British Prime Minister Starmer demands mandatory involvement of President Zelenskyy in the negotiations between the US and Russian leaders regarding the war in Ukraine.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas is convening a meeting of EU member states' foreign ministers on August 11. The position on ending the Russian-Ukrainian war and the situation in the Gaza Strip will be discussed.
President Zelenskyy thanked European leaders for supporting Ukraine ahead of Trump's meeting with Putin. He emphasized that ending the war must be fair. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha added that concessions to the aggressor provoke further aggression.
European leaders issued a joint statement on Ukraine ahead of Donald Trump's planned meeting with Vladimir Putin. They reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and their readiness to cooperate to achieve a just peace.
French President Macron and British Prime Minister Starmer emphasized the importance of Ukrainian and European participation in resolving Russia's war. This comes ahead of a meeting between Trump and Putin, where the cessation of Russia's aggression in Ukraine will be discussed.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron will stay in close contact ahead of Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska. The leaders discussed support for Ukraine and Trump's efforts to end the war.
Leaders of European countries supported Donald Trump's efforts aimed at ending the war in Ukraine and achieving peace. They emphasized the importance of diplomacy, support for Ukraine, and pressure on Russia.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron, exchanging views on the diplomatic situation. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of a real end to the war and reliable security foundations.
A meeting of security advisers will be held in London with the participation of representatives from the USA, Ukraine, and Europe. Progress in ensuring a just and lasting peace will be discussed.
President Zelenskyy held talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. They agreed on the necessity of sustainable peace for Ukraine and the danger of Russian plans.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer participated in a phone conversation between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump. The conversation took place against the backdrop of White House envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin.
The UK government is investing £100 million to strengthen border security and combat criminal gangs involved in smuggling people across the English Channel. This funding will support a pilot project of an agreement with France and other initiatives to deter the flow of illegal migrants.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on the ratification of the agreement on a centennial partnership with Great Britain. This agreement provides for annual military aid of 3 billion pounds sterling and mutual support in case of aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. They discussed the consequences of Russia's brutal attack on Kyiv, increased drone production, financial needs, sanctions, and coordination with Donald Trump.
The UN conference in New York concluded with a call from 17 countries for an end to Hamas's rule in the Gaza Strip. The signatories condemned the attacks by Hamas and Israel, demanding the withdrawal of Israeli troops and a halt to settlement construction.
Malta will announce its recognition of the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September 2025. This was announced by Prime Minister Robert Abela, emphasizing the commitment to establishing peace in the Middle East.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commented on the statement by the head of the British government, Keir Starmer, regarding the future recognition of Palestine as a state. Netanyahu believes that Starmer's actions encourage Hamas terrorism.
Business and Trade Minister Jonathan Reynolds stated that the United Kingdom will recognize a Palestinian state before the end of the current parliament's term in 2029, if it contributes to the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. This decision should be used to achieve a breakthrough in the conflict, rather than as a symbolic step.
US President Donald Trump announced a new deadline for Russia regarding a ceasefire agreement in the war against Ukraine, which will be 10-12 days. This decision was made due to a lack of progress after the previous 50-day term.
Donald Trump expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin after missile strikes on Kyiv. He is considering shortening the 50-day deadline for Russia regarding a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France would recognize a Palestinian state in September, becoming the first Western member of the UN Security Council to do so. This move came after Great Britain and Canada refused to join the initiative due to their unwillingness to anger the United States.
More than a third of British Members of Parliament, about 220 people from nine parties, have signed a letter to Keir Starmer demanding recognition of the Palestinian state. They consider this an important step towards implementing the two-state principle.
This will increase the burden on Ukraine's state budget, whose deficit exceeded 20% of GDP last year.
The President expressed hope for the adoption of a new bill regulating the activities of anti-corruption bodies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, discussed negotiations with Russia in Istanbul and the preparation of a bill to strengthen law enforcement. They also talked about prisoner exchange and diplomatic work with partners.
Chief of the Defence Staff of the United Kingdom, Admiral Tony Radakin, arrived in Kyiv for talks with the command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The operational situation at the front and the critical needs of the Ukrainian Defence Forces were discussed.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not rule out London's participation in Germany and the US's talks on arms procurement for Ukraine. Discussions are at an early stage between London, Washington, and European countries.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have signed a new treaty providing for mutual assistance in the event of armed attack and joint development of the Deep Precision Strike missile system. The agreement also covers cooperation in trade, transport, and migration, deepening ties after Brexit.
