European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced she will join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at a key meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. This coordinated move, also involving other top EU leaders, aims to show a united European front and support for Ukraine amid concerns that Trump may push for a peace deal on Russia's terms.

The summit follows a tense February meeting between Zelensky and Trump, where the Ukrainian president faced intense pressure. With the war still raging and global attention focused on US-Russia relations, Monday’s meeting could shape the future of the Ukraine conflict and redefine Europe's role in peace negotiations.

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced she will join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at a key meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. This coordinated move, also involving other top EU leaders, aims to show a united European front and support for Ukraine amid concerns that Trump may push for a peace deal on Russia's terms.

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Germany has proposed hosting a high-stakes summit between Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Volodymyr Zelensky in Europe to advance efforts toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war. The proposed meeting aims to bring key leaders together for direct dialogue amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic deadlock.


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<p>US President Donald Trump's meeting with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, was followed by a flurry of reactions from around the world. Here's what the world leaders had to say about the historic meeting:</p><h2>EU calls for strong guarantees for Ukraine and Europe</h2><p>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said security guarantees were “essential” in any peace deal. “The EU is working closely with Zelensky and the United States to reach a just and lasting peace. Strong security guarantees that protect Ukrainian and European vital security interests are essential,” she wrote on X.</p><h2><strong>Macron pushes coalition efforts</strong></h2><p>French President Emmanuel Macron said France would work with the US and partners in the “coalition of the willing” to push for a peace framework with firm guarantees. He confirmed the coalition would convene soon to continue talks.</p><h2><strong>India urges dialogue over conflict</strong></h2><p>India’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, reiterated New Delhi’s position on diplomacy. “The way forward can only be through dialogue and diplomacy. The world wants to see an early end to the conflict in Ukraine,” he said.</p><h2><strong>Slovakia questions European strategy</strong></h2><p>Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who has met Putin twice in the past year, criticised Europe’s current approach. He said in a Facebook statement, “The coming days will show whether the big players in the Union will support this process … or whether the unsuccessful European strategy of trying to weaken Russia through this conflict with all kinds of literally incredible financial, political or military assistance to Kyiv will continue.”</p><h2><strong>Italy highlights Trump’s move on security guarantees</strong></h2><p>Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described security guarantees as the “most interesting developments” from the Alaska summit. She added that Trump had backed the Italian proposal of guarantees “inspired by Nato’s article 5”, Reuters reported.</p><h2><strong>UK praises Trump’s role but insists Zelensky must be part of peace</strong></h2><p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised Trump’s efforts. “President Trump’s efforts have brought us closer than ever before to ending Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine. His leadership in pursuit of an end to the killing should be commended,” he said. Starmer stressed that President Zelensky must be included in the next phase of negotiations. “The path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without him,” he added.</p><h2><strong>Joint European statement backs trilateral summit</strong></h2><p>A European Council statement signed by Macron, Meloni, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Starmer, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Council President António Costa and von der Leyen welcomed Trump’s role but insisted Ukraine must be at the table. “As President Trump said ‘there’s no deal until there’s a deal’. The next step must now be further talks including President Zelensky, whom he will meet soon,” it read.</p><h2><strong>Poland warns of “decisive phase”</strong></h2><p>Polish President Donald Tusk issued a stark warning, calling Putin a “cunning and ruthless player.” He said, “The game for Ukraine’s future, Poland’s security, and all of Europe has entered a decisive phase. Today, it is even clearer that Russia respects only the strong.”</p><h2><strong>Trump fails to secure ceasefire but eyes future talks</strong></h2><p>US President Donald Trump confirmed that no ceasefire was reached in Alaska after three hours of talks with Putin. He insisted his focus was now on securing a “full peace agreement.” Zelensky announced he would travel to Washington on Monday, while European leaders signalled readiness to toughen sanctions on Moscow after consulting Trump and holding their own lengthy discussions.</p>

President Trump's meeting with Russian President Putin led to many reactions from leaders around the world. Here's what the world leaders had to say about the historic meeting:

US President Donald Trump's meeting with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, was followed by a flurry of reactions from around the world. Here's what the world leaders had to say about the historic meeting: EU calls for strong guarantees for Ukraine and Europe European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said security guarantees were “essential” in any peace deal. “The EU is working closely with Zelensky and the United States to reach a just and lasting peace. Strong security guarantees that protect Ukrainian and European vital security interests are essential,” she wrote on X. Macron pushes coalition efforts French President Emmanuel Macron said France would work with the US and partners in the “coalition of the willing” to push for a peace framework with firm guarantees. He confirmed the coalition would convene soon to continue talks. India urges dialogue over conflict India’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, reiterated New Delhi’s position on diplomacy. “The way forward can only be through dialogue and diplomacy. The world wants to see an early end to the conflict in Ukraine,” he said. Slovakia questions European strategy Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who has met Putin twice in the past year, criticised Europe’s current approach. He said in a Facebook statement, “The coming days will show whether the big players in the Union will support this process … or whether the unsuccessful European strategy of trying to weaken Russia through this conflict with all kinds of literally incredible financial, political or military assistance to Kyiv will continue.” Italy highlights Trump’s move on security guarantees Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described security guarantees as the “most interesting developments” from the Alaska summit. She added that Trump had backed the Italian proposal of guarantees “inspired by Nato’s article 5”, Reuters reported. UK praises Trump’s role but insists Zelensky must be part of peace British Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised Trump’s efforts. “President Trump’s efforts have brought us closer than ever before to ending Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine. His leadership in pursuit of an end to the killing should be commended,” he said. Starmer stressed that President Zelensky must be included in the next phase of negotiations. “The path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without him,” he added. Joint European statement backs trilateral summit A European Council statement signed by Macron, Meloni, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Starmer, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Council President António Costa and von der Leyen welcomed Trump’s role but insisted Ukraine must be at the table. “As President Trump said ‘there’s no deal until there’s a deal’. The next step must now be further talks including President Zelensky, whom he will meet soon,” it read. Poland warns of “decisive phase” Polish President Donald Tusk issued a stark warning, calling Putin a “cunning and ruthless player.” He said, “The game for Ukraine’s future, Poland’s security, and all of Europe has entered a decisive phase. Today, it is even clearer that Russia respects only the strong.” Trump fails to secure ceasefire but eyes future talks US President Donald Trump confirmed that no ceasefire was reached in Alaska after three hours of talks with Putin. He insisted his focus was now on securing a “full peace agreement.” Zelensky announced he would travel to Washington on Monday, while European leaders signalled readiness to toughen sanctions on Moscow after consulting Trump and holding their own lengthy discussions.

<p>President Trump's meeting with Russian President Putin led to many reactions from leaders around the world. Here's what the world leaders had to say about the historic meeting:</p>

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump are set to meet on Friday (August 15) in Alaska to discuss the future of the Russia-Ukraine war and peace efforts. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov on Thursday detailed the agenda of the meeting, along with the timings.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that no "document" will be issued by Russia and the US after the Trump-Putin talks tomorrow.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"(A document) is not expected. Nothing has been prepared," TASS news agency cites Peskov. He added that given "there will be a joint news conference, the president will of course outline the set of agreements (and) understandings that he will manage to achieve".</p><h2>Timings&nbsp;</h2><p>The talks between the two leaders are scheduled to begin at 22:30 Moscow time (7:30 GMT/1 am IST) in Alaska, at the Elmendorf-Richardson military base.</p><h2>Agenda&nbsp;</h2><p>Trump and Putin are expected to discuss ways to settle the Ukraine conflict during their talks in Alaska on Friday, the Kremlin aide said. The central topic between the two leaders will be the resolution of the Ukraine crisis. Following the meeting between Putin and Trump, they will be giving a joint press conference, Ushakov confirmed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Initially, Putin and Trump will first hold a one-on-one meeting, and later, with the participation of delegations. The Russian delegation will include Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Defence Minister Andrey Belousov, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, Ushakov himself, and presidential envoy for international investment and economic cooperation Kirill Dmitriev.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As confirmed by Ushakov, the negotiations will be attended by five members of the delegations from each side.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Moreover, not just the Ukraine peace talks, the leaders are also expected to address bilateral cooperation, including economic and trade relations. Earlier on Wednesday, Trump suggested future negotiations could involve land swaps and potentially a follow-up summit with Putin as well as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Yesterday, during the virtual call with Trump, Zelensky said that he told US President Donald Trump and European leaders during the virtual call that Russian President Vladimir Putin is “bluffing”, adding that the Russian leader doesn’t “want peace”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further urged more sanctions on Russia if it rejects the ceasefire during the talks in Alaska on August 15. “We hope that the central topic at the meeting will be a ceasefire. An immediate ceasefire,” Zelensky said, adding, “Sanctions must be in place and must be strengthened if Russia does not agree to a ceasefire."&nbsp;</p>

The central topic between the two leaders will be the resolution of the Ukraine crisis. Following the meeting between Putin and Trump, they will be giving a joint press conference, Ushakov confirmed.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump are set to meet on Friday (August 15) in Alaska to discuss the future of the Russia-Ukraine war and peace efforts. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov on Thursday detailed the agenda of the meeting, along with the timings. Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that no "document" will be issued by Russia and the US after the Trump-Putin talks tomorrow. "(A document) is not expected. Nothing has been prepared," TASS news agency cites Peskov. He added that given "there will be a joint news conference, the president will of course outline the set of agreements (and) understandings that he will manage to achieve". Timings The talks between the two leaders are scheduled to begin at 22:30 Moscow time (7:30 GMT/1 am IST) in Alaska, at the Elmendorf-Richardson military base. Agenda Trump and Putin are expected to discuss ways to settle the Ukraine conflict during their talks in Alaska on Friday, the Kremlin aide said. The central topic between the two leaders will be the resolution of the Ukraine crisis. Following the meeting between Putin and Trump, they will be giving a joint press conference, Ushakov confirmed. Initially, Putin and Trump will first hold a one-on-one meeting, and later, with the participation of delegations. The Russian delegation will include Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Defence Minister Andrey Belousov, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, Ushakov himself, and presidential envoy for international investment and economic cooperation Kirill Dmitriev. As confirmed by Ushakov, the negotiations will be attended by five members of the delegations from each side. Moreover, not just the Ukraine peace talks, the leaders are also expected to address bilateral cooperation, including economic and trade relations. Earlier on Wednesday, Trump suggested future negotiations could involve land swaps and potentially a follow-up summit with Putin as well as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Yesterday, during the virtual call with Trump, Zelensky said that he told US President Donald Trump and European leaders during the virtual call that Russian President Vladimir Putin is “bluffing”, adding that the Russian leader doesn’t “want peace”. He further urged more sanctions on Russia if it rejects the ceasefire during the talks in Alaska on August 15. “We hope that the central topic at the meeting will be a ceasefire. An immediate ceasefire,” Zelensky said, adding, “Sanctions must be in place and must be strengthened if Russia does not agree to a ceasefire."

<p>The central topic between the two leaders will be the resolution of the Ukraine crisis. Following the meeting between Putin and Trump, they will be giving a joint press conference, Ushakov confirmed.</p>

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