U.S. President Donald Trump said he will soon hold a conversation with Vladimir Putin. He emphasized that European leaders will come to the U.S. to discuss resolving the conflict in Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is not against Ukraine’s integration into the EU but considers its accession to NATO unacceptable. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico also voiced disagreement with the EU’s anti-Russian policy.
The world press is actively discussing the upcoming summit between the presidents of Russia and the United States, which will take place in Alaska. Publications note that the meeting will be held without representatives from Ukraine and Europe, which has already caused significant resonance.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated that it is unacceptable to discuss or decide on issues of Ukrainian territories between the US and Russia without the participation of Ukraine and Europe.
US President Donald Trump plans to meet with Vladimir Putin to discuss resolving the conflict in Ukraine, including a possible territorial exchange, which is causing protests from Kyiv and Europe.
US Vice President JD Vance announced the intention to stop funding the conflict in Ukraine, noting Americans’ fatigue over tax expenditures. The US Permanent Representative to NATO reported on technical groups’ negotiations regarding possible territorial exchanges ahead of the meeting between Putin and Trump.
Donald Trump stated that Patriot air defense missiles are being supplied to Ukraine from Germany. The supplies are replenished by Germany, and the US receives full payment for all transferred weapons.
BRICS leaders opposed unilateral sanctions, supported a ceasefire in Gaza, condemned strikes on Iran and attacks on Russian infrastructure, and reaffirmed their commitment to diplomatic efforts on Ukraine.
A massive attack struck Kyiv, with explosions reported near Zhuliany Airport. Authorities confirmed multiple impacts. Residents were urged to immediately take shelter.
Putin and Trump Hold Talks: No Agreements Reached
According to Bloomberg, the main goal of the NATO summit was to maintain U.S. involvement and continue military aid to Ukraine. European leaders avoided criticizing Donald Trump, fearing threats of a U.S. withdrawal from the alliance.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe signed an agreement to establish a special tribunal to hold Russia’s political and military leadership accountable.
Putin expressed readiness for talks with Ukraine after June 22, agreed with Trump’s stance on avoiding conflict, criticized Western double standards, and confirmed the transfer of Ukrainian soldiers’ bodies.
The US Defense Secretary confirmed withdrawal of some air defense systems from Ukraine. They were relocated to the Middle East to protect American assets from Iranian threats.
Washington objects to language calling the Russian operation “illegal” and to references of additional aid to Kyiv in the final communiqué.
The U.S. President told European leaders that Washington will not impose conditions and that the countries must reach an agreement on their own.
The Russian President declared readiness for negotiations without preconditions, referring to the conflict for the first time as “war” instead of a “special military operation.”
The head of the White House stated that the victory over the Third Reich was achieved “only thanks to the USA,” while acknowledging the USSR’s role as one of the key factors.
Russia announced a ceasefire from midnight on May 8 to midnight on May 11 in honor of the 80th anniversary of Victory. The Kremlin urged Ukraine to join, warning of consequences for violations.
Reuters published a list of US proposals to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The document includes a ceasefire, territorial recognition, NATO neutrality, and partial sanctions relief.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that negotiations on Ukraine in London were successful. He noted that an agreement with Russia had been reached and expressed his intention to secure a similar deal with Volodymyr Zelensky.
Top diplomats from the UK, France, and Germany have withdrawn from Ukraine peace talks in London, citing President Zelensky’s stance on Crimea. Trump may shift U.S. foreign policy priorities.
The U.S. administration warns that if no agreement is reached soon, Washington will withdraw from Ukraine peace negotiations, calling the current proposal “Trump’s final offer.”
Ukrainian MP Heorhiy Mazurashu stated that Ukrainians should not claim ownership over the country's mineral resources. His comments followed the signing of a memorandum with the U.S. on resource cooperation.
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