They will then be joined by Mr Trump and US vice president JD Vance. The Coalition of the Willing is an international effort to support Ukraine towards a lasting peace, led by the UK, France and Ukraine. The call between European and US leaders comes ahead of the expected meeting between Mr Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. The two leaders are set to meet to discuss the future of the Kremlin’s invasion, without the presence of Mr Zelensky. Speaking during a lengthy press conference on Monday, Mr Trump pledged to “try to get back” some of Ukraine’s “oceanfront property” from Russia.

Source: The Times August 13, 2025 09:38 UTC