Jun 8, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the United Kingdom for bilateral discussions with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and a meeting in the "E3 plus Ukraine" format, including French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. This trip follows earlier reports that President Zelenskyy had invited Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich to Kyiv last month to deliver a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding a potential personal meeting. Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha subsequently asserted that Putin "wasted an opportunity to exit a failing war" by declining Zelenskyy's proposal for direct peace negotiations.

Sources: Українська правда, Суспільне Новини, Громадське, Радіо Свобода

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following a meeting with leaders from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany in London, participated in a joint statement. This statement condemned the use of the "Oreshnik" system against Ukraine and outlined five conditions for a just and lasting peace, emphasizing Europe's role in resolving the conflict. Separately, President Zelenskyy affirmed Ukraine's intention to continue striking targets within Russian territory, describing these actions as a necessary response. He also indicated a willingness to freeze the current front line to facilitate diplomatic negotiations. Furthermore, Zelenskyy confirmed a meeting in Kyiv with Russian businessman Roman Abramovich, where he conveyed a message intended for Russian President Vladimir Putin, with Abramovich offering to mediate.

Sources: Суспільне Новини, Радіо Свобода, Громадське, Українська правда