16.08.2025 21:45
After the meeting between U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin in Alaska, European leaders expressed their support for Ukraine. The joint statement included the phrases, "International borders cannot be changed by force. We will continue to increase sanctions to put pressure on the Russian economy."
US President Trump and Russian President Putin met in Anchorage, Alaska, with their accompanying high-level delegations. The approximately 3-hour meeting did not yield "peace," but Putin invited Trump to Moscow for the next meeting. A statement regarding the ongoing process was also made by European leaders.
"OUR SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE WILL CONTINUE"
In a joint statement made by European leaders regarding the meeting that addressed a possible ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, it was stated, "International borders cannot be changed by force, our support for Ukraine will continue. We will continue to increase sanctions to put pressure on the Russian economy. We welcome the announcement of security guarantees from the US."
PUTIN: OUR MEETING WAS CONSTRUCTIVE
Speaking at a press conference after the meeting, Putin said, "Our meeting was constructive, based on mutual respect, and beneficial. I hope that the understanding we reached with Trump will lead us to our goals and bring peace to Ukraine."
"EVERYTHING DEPENDS ON ZELENSKY"
Trump stated that they made progress on many issues during the summit with Putin, but emphasized that there are still significant matters to be resolved, saying, "Now it is entirely up to President Zelensky to handle this. European countries should also be a bit involved, but it depends on Zelensky."
Indicating that a meeting could take place between Putin and Zelensky afterward, Trump said, "A meeting will be organized between Zelensky and Putin, and I will also participate. If they want, I will be there at the next meeting. I want to make this happen, and our chances of succeeding are quite high."
ZELENSKY IS HEADING TO THE US
Meanwhile, in a surprise statement after the meeting, Ukrainian leader Zelensky said, "On Monday, I will meet with President Trump in Washington DC to discuss all the details regarding ending the war."