Contents tagged with Zelensky
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Zelensky says Ukraine making gains near Dobropillya
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia has suffered significant losses as it seeks leverage for the Kremlin ahead of a planned meeting in Alaska.
Zelensky said he chaired a meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief that focused on three key issues: the front line, building a contract-based army and funding for Ukraine’s Armed Forces, as well as Russia’s intentions for the Alaska summit.
According to the President, Ukrainian forces are actively countering Russian …
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Zelensky heads to Berlin for video talks with Trump as Merz cuts short vacation ahead of Trump-Putin meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is heading to Berlin on an unannounced visit. He will sit alongside Friedrich Merz at the Federal Chancellery, taking part in a videoconference with U.S. President Donald Trump. Bild reports that Merz cut short his vacation for the meeting.
The aim of the sudden summit in Berlin is to prepare for the August 15 meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump in Alaska. Chancellor Merz will coordinate with several heads of state and government on potential …
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Zelensky stands firm on Ukraine's territorial integrity amid upcoming Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that the territorial issues are already enshrined in the Ukrainian Constitution, making it impossible to concede, as Russia's attempts to claim the land will not be entertained.
In a move to address the ongoing conflict on Ukrainian soil, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans for a meeting with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska. However, Zelensky emphasized the war cannot be resolved without Ukraine's involvement, highlighting the …
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Putin signals willingness to meet Zelensky amid rising US-Russia tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly prepared to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for talks, subject to certain conditions that necessitate preliminary work at the expert level, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The highly anticipated meeting, however, will not take place immediately.
Russian news agency RIA Novosti reported the potential for a Zelensky-Putin meeting, signaling a significant diplomatic development after recent international tensions. …
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Trump-Zelensky call precedes surge in drone attacks on Moscow
In a July 4 conversation, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky whether Ukraine's armed forces could target Moscow if they received long-range American weapons.
Following this discussion, as noted in Russian media, there has been a noticeable intensification of aerial assaults on the Russian capital.
Official reports from local authorities and Russia's Defense Ministry indicate that between July 4 and July 18, drones attacked Moscow and the region …
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US Envoy Kellogg to spend a week in Ukraine as President Zelensky looks to bolster defense cooperation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a meeting with US Special Representative Keith Kellogg, who arrived in Kyiv this morning. This comes amid ongoing discussions about enhancing Ukraine's defenses and fortifying ties with the United States.
"We had a productive conversation focusing on pathways to peace and actionable steps we can take together," Zelensky revealed following their meeting. "This includes strengthening air defense systems for Ukraine, joint production efforts, and …
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Zelensky and Trump discuss air defense and joint drone production amid tensions with Russia
In a pivotal conversation on Friday, July 4, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in what he described as a "very important and useful" dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump. The Presidents discussed Russian aerial strikes, drone production, and investment opportunities. Zelensky stated, "Today, we addressed the situation: Russian aerial assaults and the broader scenario on the front lines. President Trump is well-informed, and I appreciate this attention to Ukraine. We discussed …
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Zelensky blames Putin-Trump call for massive Russian airstrike on Ukraine
Following a conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian forces launched a massive airstrike on Ukraine, with Kyiv as the primary target. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described the attack as one of the most significant and cynical since the full-scale war began, closely timed with media coverage of the call.
In a series of overnight assaults on June 3rd and 4th, Russia launched 550 targets across Ukraine, many of which were …
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Zelensky highlights funding gaps in Ukraine's defense industry
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has highlighted the potential of Ukraine's defense industry, estimating it as a $44 billion sector. However, he pointed out that production is cut by nearly half due to a lack of financial resources. Meanwhile, Russia's missiles reportedly rely heavily on foreign components for their construction.
During his address to participants at the Defense Industry Forum in the Netherlands on June 24, Zelensky emphasized the enduring threat posed by Russia. "We all …
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Zelensky: Russia plans military operations in Europe
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia is planning new military operations in Europe, despite suffering notable economic losses due to imposed sanctions. This information will be shared with Western partners, Zelensky added.
Zelensky revealed that he received a report from Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's military intelligence, discussing numerous facets of the current situation in Russia. This included an analysis of the Russian defense industry and identifying key …