Trump says both sides in Ukraine war will need to cede territory
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday (August 11, 2025) that Kyiv and Moscow will both have to cede land to end the war in Ukraine and talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week will instantly show whether the Kremlin leader is willing to make a deal. European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plan to speak with Mr. Trump this week ahead of his summit with Putin in Alaska on Friday (August 15, 2025), amid fears Washington may dictate unfavorable peace terms to Ukraine.
In call with Zelenskyy, PM Modi seeks ‘peaceful settlement’ of Ukraine-Russia conflict
Continuing international consultations on the crisis in Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (August 11, 2025) spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The telephonic conversation, which came two days after Mr. Modi spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, saw him emphasising India’s call for a “peaceful settlement” of the conflict. “Prime Minister thanked President Zelenskyy and reaffirmed India’s steadfast and consistent position for peaceful settlement of the conflict and support for efforts aimed at earliest restoration of peace. Prime Minister reiterated India’s commitment to extend all possible support in this regard,” a statement from the government said.
