Putin “must prove he is serious” about ending Ukraine war, Downing Street says

WorldPolitics
15 Aug 2025 • 6:57 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky met in London, expressing a united and strong resolve to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
  • Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are scheduled to meet in Alaska on Friday to discuss a potential ceasefire in Ukraine.
  • Concerns have been raised that the two leaders might decide the war's outcome without Ukraine's direct involvement, potentially jeopardising European security.
  • Trump has stated his belief that Putin will make a deal, though he also suggested a subsequent meeting involving Zelensky would be more significant.
  • Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly rejected any proposals that would compromise Ukraine's territorial integrity and urged Britain to join the Purl (Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List) initiative for weapons supply.

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