Petr Jedlička: The war in Ukraine after the summer summits: What was particularly surprising was Europe's stance

Friday, Aug 22, 2025

Denik Referendum

Zelenskyj gains ground at US summit; European coalition strengthens Ukraine’s security position against Russia.

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Zelensky’s meeting with the US in Washington resulted in symbolic gains, including promises of future American security guarantees for Ukraine, though nothing is definitive. Following Russia’s initial diplomatic success at a previous summit, Zelensky left feeling more favorably positioned. While Russian and Trump discussions showed no breakthrough, European nations formed a “Coalition of the Willing” to support Ukraine, moving away from earlier skepticism about NATO involvement. This European initiative demonstrated a significant commitment to future Ukrainian security, though Russia continues to resist direct involvement in any peace architecture. The focus now is on convincing the US that pressuring for a ceasefire is necessary and that demands regarding Donbas are a trap for Russia.

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