Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:08pm on 13 Aug 2025,Wednesday International
US President Donald Trump warned of “very severe consequences” if Russian President Vladimir Putin refuses to end the Ukraine war following their upcoming Alaska summit. In a virtual meeting with European leaders, French President Emmanuel Macron said Trump prioritised a ceasefire, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Putin of “bluffing” and intensifying military pressure. European leaders stressed Ukraine’s participation in any peace talks, fearing concessions to Moscow. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called the talks “constructive” but insisted on protecting European security. Russian forces are pushing toward Pokrovsk in Donbas, raising concerns that Moscow could secure a major advantage before the summit. (PC: NDTV)
