Zelenskyy Set for Joint Video Meeting with Europeans and Trump, Held in Berlin
In the heart of August 2025, a series of high-level meetings aimed at resolving the ongoing Ukraine conflict have taken place. The discussions involve key global leaders, marking a significant step towards a potential resolution.
On August 13, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for a virtual meeting in Berlin, inviting US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and European leaders. The gathering was scheduled to delve into the current state of affairs in Ukraine, preparations for potential peace negotiations, and further actions against Russia[1].
Following this virtual meeting, on August 15, President Trump held a summit with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska, emphasizing steps towards peace[2]. The diplomatic momentum continued on August 18, with separate meetings at the White House. During these meetings, Trump met with Zelenskyy, followed by a gathering with Zelenskyy, NATO, and European leaders. The focus was on negotiating an end to the conflict, with Trump expressing optimism about a potential trilateral discussion including Russia, Ukraine, and the US, citing progress after his summit with Putin[2][3].
The meetings in Berlin on August 13 saw Zelenskyy in attendance, with German media reporting his arrival at noon[4]. The bilateral meeting between Zelenskyy and Merz preceded the joint video conference, and it is expected that statements may be made to the media at around 16:00 Berlin time following the meetings[5].
In a notable development, US media reported that Trump and Vice President JD Vance would hold a virtual meeting with Zelenskyy and European allies on the same day[6]. However, no specific time for this meeting has been announced yet.
Amidst these discussions, President Zelenskyy has emphasised the importance of his participation in the dialogue between Trump and Putin, stating that no decisions concerning Ukraine can be made without a Ukrainian representative[7]. He has also expressed concerns about the potential need to amend Ukraine's Constitution for territory to be exchanged in a peace deal, a view that appears to have been met with some resistance from President Trump[8].
These meetings represent a coalition of the willing, striving to find a resolution to the Ukraine conflict. As the diplomatic efforts continue, the world watches with bated breath, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict.
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