President Zelenskyy stated that there is a basic framework of security guarantees for Ukraine, which includes the identification of participating countries. 26 countries are already ready to provide military contingents or support them to ensure peace.
The President of Ukraine and European leaders discussed with Donald Trump pressuring Russia. It was about economic measures to end the war and deprive Russia of resources.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that American leader Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the fact that two European countries continue to buy Russian oil.
European Council President António Costa will arrive in Uzhhorod on September 5. He will participate in the Congress of Regional Authorities together with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy ironically commented on Putin's invitation to negotiations in Moscow. He believes that this is being done to delay the meeting of leaders.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin will try to use the meeting in China as permission to continue the war. Russia rejects all peace initiatives, demonstrating a lack of agreement for peace.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed the Russian-Ukrainian war with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The EU expects Delhi to play a more active role in stopping the aggression and paving the way for peace.
26 countries have expressed their readiness to send military contingents or support them to ensure peace in Ukraine. These forces will not fight against Russia but will guarantee peace and send a strategic signal.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the coalition of the willing with the participation of over 30 countries. Issues of ending the war, long-term security, and strengthening sanctions against the Russian Federation were discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump, and European leaders are holding a joint video conference. The conversation began shortly after 3:00 PM Kyiv time.
Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna will posthumously receive the Oxi Courage Award from The Washington Oxi Day Foundation. She died in Russian captivity while documenting war crimes.
The Ukrainian government aims to accumulate 13. 2 billion cubic meters of gas by November. Yuriy Boyko, a member of the Supervisory Board of NEC Ukrenergo, noted that this volume does not guarantee a smooth passage of the heating season due to military risks.
The Ukrainian delegation led by Yermak and Umerov held meetings in Paris. Security guarantees, sanctions against Russia, and the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war were discussed.
The plane carrying the head of the Spanish government to Paris for the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting broke down. Pedro Sanchez returned to Madrid and promises to join the summit on security guarantees for Ukraine via video link.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Europe must increase its real firepower, as Russia and China are rapidly modernizing their armed forces. He emphasized that Russia will remain a destabilizing force.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the Élysée Palace in Paris. A summit of the "Coalition of the Willing" on security guarantees for Ukraine will be held there.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin fears Ukraine's success and its accession to the EU, as this could set an example for Russians. He also emphasized that NATO expansion is important to Putin, even though the Alliance is a defensive organization.
European leaders are concerned about a possible new Russian offensive in Ukraine. They are meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss security guarantees and the situation around Pokrovsk.
President Zelenskyy emphasizes that European security guarantees alone may not be enough to deter Russia. He calls for an alliance between the US and Europe to prevent a repeated invasion.
President Zelenskyy stated that some partners, who declare their fight against the Russian aggressor, are simultaneously meeting with Putin in China. He emphasized that international pressure is insufficient, and Putin does not feel threatened, having significant financial reserves.
The spokesman for the agency stated that Russia is not winning, and Ukraine is not losing. He cited data on Russia's losses and the aggressor's insignificant territorial gains.
On September 4, a summit of the "volunteer coalition" on security guarantees for Ukraine will take place in Paris. Participants plan to discuss additional sanctions against Russia during a conversation with Donald Trump.
President Zelenskyy stated that the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas would create conditions for further Russian aggression. He emphasized that Ukraine defines the eastern border of Europe.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed condolences to Portugal over the Glória funicular accident in Lisbon, which claimed the lives of dozens of people. He conveyed words of support to the families of the deceased and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.
US President's Special Representative Steve Witkoff arrived in Paris ahead of the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting. His participation in the meeting has not been confirmed, but negotiations with the Ukrainian delegation are expected.
Kyiv continues close coordination with allies on security guarantees. The European integration track, pressure on Russia, and investments in weapons production were discussed.
The presidents of Ukraine and France coordinated positions ahead of the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting and discussed the preparation of security guarantees. Defensive support, sanctions, and frozen Russian assets were also discussed.
President Zelenskyy admits a "Korean scenario" for Ukraine, but taking into account differences in the scale of threats. Ukraine seeks to obtain reliable security guarantees, similar to South Korea's Patriot systems.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhiy Tikhyi, commented on Putin's statement, noting that Russia will not win, and Ukraine will not lose. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on the Russian Federation.
US President Donald Trump will call Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on September 4. It was previously reported that Trump was supposed to talk to Putin.
