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Ukrainian President Zelensky: Territorial issues can only be decided by Ukraine. Ukraines security must be guaranteed in the long term, and both Europe and the United States should provide security guarantees.Ukrainian President Zelensky: We need real peace, not a ceasefire agreement, and stressed to Trump that pressure on Russia should be increased.On August 16, Sergei Leshchenko, Chief Advisor to the Ukrainian Presidential Office, issued a statement on social media regarding ways and means to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Leshchenko stated that Ukraine firmly believes a ceasefire must be achieved before further negotiations can proceed. Leshchenko clarified that Ukraines position is clear: ceasefire first, then other discussions. He believes that if negotiations begin before a ceasefire, Ukraine will face significant risk of blackmail. Only a truly effective ceasefire can create the necessary space for diplomatic activity.British Prime Minister Starmer: Trumps efforts have brought us closer than ever to ending Russias war in Ukraine, and the next step must be further talks with President Zelensky.On August 16th, the President of the European Commission issued a statement regarding the earlier US-Russia meeting, expressing her gratitude to US President Trump for providing an update on the Alaska meeting. Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU is working closely with Ukraine and the US to achieve a just and lasting peace. Von der Leyen reiterated that strong security guarantees are essential to protecting Ukraine and Europes vital security interests. US President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15th. The meeting lasted approximately three hours and was described by both sides as "constructive" and "productive," but no agreement was reached on issues such as a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
