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.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that there can be no negotiations on Ukraine without Ukraine. According to him, a "coalition of the willing" is ready to deploy "stabilization forces" when the time is right, or impose sanctions where necessary.
A meeting between the presidents of the USA, Ukraine, and the Russian dictator is possible at the end of next week. According to media reports, the US is looking for a venue for the talks.
The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced the strengthening of common positions of Europe, the USA, and NATO regarding support for Ukraine. They seek a just and lasting peace.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Kyiv is ready to discuss territorial issues with the starting position of the current front line, excluding legal recognition of Russian-occupied territories. He also emphasized the importance of reliable security guarantees for Kyiv, assuring that Donald Trump shares this view.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced unity in the desire to end Russia's war against Ukraine after an online summit with Trump, Zelenskyy, and European leaders.
Emmanuel Macron, after meetings with Zelenskyy and Trump, stated that the US seeks a ceasefire. He emphasized that all issues regarding Ukraine must be discussed with Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces are neutralizing the informational and military components of Russian propaganda regarding the breakthrough in Donetsk region. Small Russian assault groups infiltrated the first line of defense near Dobropillia, but they are being pushed back and destroyed.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Donald Trump will make it clear to Putin in Alaska that all options regarding sanctions are being considered. Sanctions can be strengthened, weakened, or have a time frame.
Ukraine has 5 key demands for a war settlement, including a long-term truce before territorial exchange, reparations, and security guarantees. The return of prisoners and children is also a priority.
The deputy director of the information and press department of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the territorial structure of the Russian Federation is enshrined in the Russian constitution.
The Russian side demands that Ukraine cede strategically important unoccupied territory in Donetsk Oblast. This will allow Russia to gain more advantageous positions for a future offensive on Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
The White House called the planned summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin "a listening exercise. " The meeting will take place on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage.
US President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska. The location was chosen due to limited options during the tourist season and security requirements.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that Trump's meeting with Putin at the White House is a clarification of positions, not a concession. He emphasized that the US president wants to have all the facts and look Putin in the eye.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed preparations for the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska on August 15, 2025. The goal of the talks is to find a diplomatic solution to the war.
White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt confirmed that Donald Trump plans to visit Russia. Possible dates for the visit were not announced, and the meeting with the Russian dictator was called a "training."
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Dick Schoof. He thanked him for his clear position on not making decisions without Ukraine's participation and discussed future contacts.
The meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will take place in Anchorage, Alaska, at the initiative of the Russian dictator. The purpose of the negotiations is to find a diplomatic solution to the war.
White House spokeswoman confirmed the meeting between Trump and Putin in Anchorage, Alaska. Trump is determined to stop the war and killings.
China hopes for the participation of all interested parties in peace talks regarding the war in Ukraine. This comes ahead of the summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on August 15.
President Zelenskyy emphasized that discussing Ukraine at a meeting between Trump and Putin without Ukraine's participation is impossible. He stressed that a trilateral meeting of leaders is necessary to end the war.
Ukrainian and European leaders are concerned about a possible meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska. They fear that Trump may be deceived a second time, and Putin will use the meeting to strengthen his position.
On July 15, the airspace over Anchorage, Alaska, will be closed. This is due to the planned negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
In Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, protests are being prepared against a possible meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. The action, under the slogan "Alaska with Ukraine," will take place on August 14.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Putin dreams of "Munich 2" and seeks to return to spheres of influence. He emphasized that Putin's ultimatums are not a readiness for negotiations, but an attempt to test the unity of allies.
