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The meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump is assessed as positive, having launched a negotiation process involving Putin. Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that everything now depends on the Russian dictator.
Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares denied that the country's failure to meet NATO targets was the reason for its absence from the Ukraine talks. Albares emphasized Spain's commitment as an ally and its provision of military aid to Ukraine.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on Donald Trump to influence Vladimir Putin to achieve a ceasefire before the next trilateral meeting. Trump replied that a ceasefire was not in his previous wars, but he would consider such an option.
Dominik Hašek criticized Donald Trump for meeting with Vladimir Putin, calling the American leader a traitor. The hockey player was outraged by Trump's repost about Ukraine's refusal of territories and rolling out the red carpet for Putin.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha stated that Ukraine expects from the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump a clear understanding of the parameters of future security guarantees. The discussion also concerns further work on bringing closer a trilateral meeting.
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.
Gold prices fell by 1. 8% for the week to $3340 per ounce. This is due to accelerating wholesale inflation in the US and expectations regarding interest rates.
Oil prices were little changed after falling earlier in trading. The US did not put further pressure on Russia to limit oil exports after the leaders' meeting.
President Zelenskyy arrived in Washington to discuss possible peace agreement terms that were discussed between Trump and Putin in Alaska. Allies are concerned about potential territorial concessions and seek clear security guarantees for Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump will pressure Volodymyr Zelenskyy for Ukraine to cede the unoccupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions. About 75% of Ukrainians oppose any official transfer of land to Russia.
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Maternova called "peace" that demands Ukraine give up the unoccupied parts of Donbas unacceptable. She emphasized that the EU will not tolerate peace that is just another word for Ukraine's capitulation.
Donald Trump reposted on social media a post stating that Ukraine should be ready to lose part of its territory to Russia. Otherwise, the longer the war lasts, the more land will be lost.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the only way to end the war is to reach a peace agreement that Ukraine and Russia will agree to. Earlier, agreements on security guarantees at a summit with Putin in Alaska were reported.
US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that agreements on reliable security guarantees were reached at the historic summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. These agreements could fundamentally change the situation.
US President Donald Trump announced a "significant shift" in relations with Russia and urged to follow the news. This comes amid his proposal to Ukraine to exchange territories for peace after meeting with Putin.
European leaders plan to send Finnish President Alexander Stubb to the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting in Washington. He is expected to become a "bridge" between the parties and help avoid tensions during the negotiations.
Russia proposes to freeze the front in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions in exchange for control over Donetsk region - these conditions became known to Reuters from sources, in the context of topics that Putin and Trump discussed in Alaska.
Documents outlining a plan for a meeting between Russian and American leaders were found in a public hotel printer in Alaska. Among the findings were a dinner menu in honor of Putin and a gift from Trump.
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have offered Ukraine a deal: give up Donbas in exchange for peace and security guarantees. This offer, although "terrible," may be the only option for Ukraine.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs commented on the meeting between Trump and Putin, noting that the coming weeks will show whether Russia seeks a settlement of the war. He emphasized the need for serious guarantees for a peace agreement and continued pressure on the Russian Federation.
US First Lady Melania Trump wrote a letter to Vladimir Putin, urging him to protect children and future generations. The letter was personally delivered before the Alaska summit on August 15.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney highly praised US President Donald Trump's actions to end the war in Ukraine. He also announced increased support for Kyiv and cooperation with Zelenskyy.
US President Donald Trump, after meeting with Putin, proposes that Ukraine exchange territories for peace. Ukrainian officials and experts call this a "stab in the back" and a "terrible" mistake.
Donald Trump told European leaders he was ready to provide security guarantees to Ukraine. This is a significant change in position after his meeting with Putin, after which he was "exhausted and annoyed."
After meeting with Putin in Alaska, US President Donald Trump proposed to European leaders a plan to end the war in Ukraine by transferring unoccupied territories to Russia. This plan, which involves abandoning a ceasefire, will be discussed with Zelenskyy on Monday at the White House.
Leaders of eight Nordic and Baltic states reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and Donald Trump's efforts to end Russian aggression. They demand a ceasefire, security guarantees for Ukraine, and the return of abducted children.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold talks with European leaders tomorrow to prepare for a meeting with US President Donald Trump. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted that America is ready to participate in security guarantees.
Turkish President Erdogan stated that the meeting of the US and Russian leaders gave new impetus to ending the war in Ukraine. Turkey is ready to facilitate the establishment of peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Donald Trump's proposal to transfer Donetsk Oblast to freeze the front. Trump believes Ukraine should make a deal with Russia.
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy is heading to Washington to get clarification from Donald Trump. Kyiv is surprised by the sudden US abandonment of the ceasefire demand before negotiations.