Key Facts
• On August 17-18, US-Ukraine summit to be held in Washington.
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to meet US President Donald Trump.
• European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed attendance via social media.
• Leaders from France, Germany, and the UK also announced their participation.
• NATO Secretary General and leaders from Finland and Italy to join the meeting.
• France emphasized promoting US-Europe cooperation and sustainable peace for Ukraine.
• The summit follows the US-Russia meeting held on August 15.
Summary
European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will join the US-Ukraine summit in Washington on August 17-18. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet US President Donald Trump, with discussions focusing on Ukraine’s interests and European security. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed her attendance, citing Zelensky’s request. NATO Secretary General and leaders from Finland and Italy will also participate. France highlighted the summit’s goal of fostering US-Europe cooperation and achieving sustainable peace in Ukraine. The meeting follows a recent US-Russia dialogue.
