In London on the morning of August 14. The talks, taking place at Downing Street, are part of a high-paced European tour aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s defense partnerships and advancing. While the UK government has not disclosed the exact agenda, diplomatic observers believe the meeting will likely cover security guarantees, military assistance, and the future of peace negotiations.
From Berlin to London: A Non-Stop Diplomatic Marathon
Just a day earlier, Zelenskyy was in Berlin, where he to discuss Ukraine’s security needs and the latest battlefield developments. The two leaders later joined a virtual conference that brought together U.S. heads of state. According to Macron, Trump reaffirmed that any territorial matters concerning Ukraine must be negotiated only with Kyiv’s direct involvement.
“Coalition of Resolve” and Calls for Support
The Ukrainian leader also took part in the sixth online session of the so-called “Coalition of Resolve,” a group of partner nations backing Kyiv. Zelenskyy urged allies to finance Ukraine’s domestic drone production and join a joint procurement program for U.S.-made weaponry. President Trump signaled his approval, expressing Washington’s readiness to play an active role in providing credible.
Zelenskyy stressed that Russia should never hold a ambitions, emphasizing that “security guarantees must be genuine and reliable, with a ceasefire as the first priority.”
“Even Putin Knows Sanctions Work”
Discussing the situation on the battlefield, Zelenskyy accused of attempting to create pressure on all fronts before the upcoming Alaska meeting. “Putin is bluffing,” he said, dismissing Moscow’s claims that sanctions are ineffective. According to Zelenskyy, Western restrictions are economy.
Although Russia maintains an advantage in artillery and ammunition, Zelenskyy pointed out that its losses are equally large. That’s why both American and European sanctions must be intensified,” he stated.
Alaska Talks and Future Prospects
Another focal point on the horizon is the scheduled August 15. Zelenskyy expressed hope that a ceasefire would be the central theme of that conversation. Trump indicated that if the first encounter yields progress, he would be open to hosting a trilateral summit with both Putin and Zelenskyy. However, he warned that without satisfactory answers from the Kremlin.
Zelenskyy confirmed that he and Trump would hold direct talks after Alaska to review outcomes and agree on next steps.
The flurry of meetings over recent days underscores Zelenskyy’s determination to secure a just peace and ensure Ukraine’s long-term safety. His visit to London represents another crucial step in deepening Kyiv’s security ties with its Western partners.
