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Donald Trump August 18

Trump says ceasefire not necessary for peace during high-stakes meeting with Zelenskyy

President Donald Trump said during a meeting with President Volodomyr Zelenskyy that a ceasefire is not necessary to end the Russia–Ukraine war, citing previous peace deals.

Ukraine August 18

Russian drone strikes kill 7 in Kharkiv during Zelenskyy's White House meeting with Trump

Ukraine suffers deadly Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia during Zelenskyy's Washington visit, with children among the reported casualties.

Russia August 18

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's wardrobe choice for his high-stakes meeting with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived to the White House for his high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump wearing more formal attire than his typical relaxed wardrobe.

Russia August 18

EU preparing 19th round of Russia sanctions as Zelenskyy meets Trump

EU maintains economic pressure on Russia with upcoming sanctions package while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks Western support for Ukraine at White House meeting.

Donald Trump August 18

Back from Alaska, Trump starts week with crucial foreign policy talks over Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's White House meeting with Trump could set stage for trilateral summit as Ukraine rejects any peace deal undermining its sovereignty with Russia.

Donald Trump August 18

Trump blasts 'lightweight' Dem senator who criticized Putin summit in Alaska: 'Stupid'

President Trump blasted Democrat Sen. Chris Murphy, of Connecticut, as a "lightweight," calling the lawmaker "unattractive" and "stupid," after he criticized the Trump-Putin summit.

Ukraine August 18

Zelenskyy heads into crucial Trump meeting as US weighs security guarantees for Kyiv

Ukraine's Zelenskyy rejects proposals related to territorial concessions to Russia ahead of crucial White House meeting with President Donald Trump and key European allies.

Donald Trump August 18

Zelenskyy arrives in Washington, DC for Trump meeting, urges lasting peace with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms Washington, D.C. arrival ahead of meeting with President Trump and European leaders to force Russia into peace agreement.

Ukraine August 17

Trump says Zelenskyy can end Russia war 'almost immediately' before hosting seven European leaders

European leaders including Macron, Starmer and von der Leyen will meet with Trump and Zelenskyy in Washington following Trump's summit with Putin.

Media August 17

Marco Rubio accuses CBS reporter of pushing 'stupid media narrative' in fiery clash over Zelenskyy

Trump hosted Putin in Alaska summit on Ukraine war but failed to secure ceasefire, though both sides reported progress and planned future meetings

White House August 17

European leaders will join Trump-Zelenskyy meeting, signaling solidarity with Ukraine

European leaders including France's Macron, UK's Starmer and EU's von der Leyen join Zelenskyy for crucial Washington meeting with Trump amid Russia's ongoing war.