Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly approved security guarantees for Ukraine, allowing U.S. and European protection without NATO membership. Officials describe the move as a potential “game changer” in the conflict with Russia

Despite winning protection in Chile and Singapore, Greece faces pushback from U.S. and European dairy giants in its fight to safeguard feta’s identity abroad.

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet Ukrainian and European leaders in Washington to explore possible NATO-style security protections for Kyiv as part of talks on a potential peace deal with Russia.

“Ukraine confirms its readiness to work for the achievement of peace,” Zelensky stressed.

The U.S. and Russian presidents are set to meet in Anchorage, with Trump calling for a swift ceasefire but downplaying expectations for binding agreements

With no Ukrainian presence, the Trump–Putin summit in Alaska brings together top U.S. and Russian officials in a closed-door meeting on security, economy, and Ukraine — amid fears in Europe of potential behind-the-scenes territorial deals

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov caused a stir on arrival in Anchorage for the Trump–Putin summit by wearing a T-shirt with “USSR” lettering, partly covered by a vest. He dismissed claims it was a political statement, saying Moscow comes with “clear arguments.”

As fighting intensifies in eastern Ukraine, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet behind closed doors in Alaska. Kyiv and European leaders fear the absence of President Zelensky could open the way for secret territorial agreements

Ahead of a high-stakes Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump vows tough measures if Moscow blocks peace, while Kyiv and European leaders set firm red lines

In London, Ukraine’s president seeks to strengthen allied unity before the Alaska summit, warning Trump not to let Putin dictate terms on Ukraine’s territory

Greek Prime Minister calls for ceasefire and insists borders cannot be changed by force during a leaders’ video conference on Ukraine

In a virtual meeting, Ukraine and European leaders aim to ensure Washington does not strike a peace deal with Moscow that compromises Kyiv’s sovereignty, as battlefield pressure mounts in eastern Ukraine

Ahead of a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, Moscow says its conditions for ending the war remain unchanged, demanding Kyiv’s withdrawal from contested regions and abandonment of NATO membership plans

Israel’s prime minister again suggests Palestinians could “voluntarily” leave Gaza as the military prepares to retake Gaza City. The move comes amid intense criticism over humanitarian conditions and ongoing ceasefire talks in Cairo

The first face-to-face meeting between the U.S. and Russian leaders since 2019 is set to focus on ending the conflict in Ukraine, with Trump warning there may not be a second chance if talks fail

Zelensky made the statement ahead of meeting planned between Putin and Trump in Alaska on August 15