During the meeting with @SteveWitkoff, the U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, we discussed the track of negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul. Russia’s position remains unconstructive. I emphasized that Russia is stalling and manipulating the negotiation process in an attempt to avoid American sanctions, and has no genuine intention of ceasing hostilities. Only strong sanctions can compel Russia to engage in serious negotiations.

In Washington, together with the team, I met with @generalkellogg, the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine.

We discussed the situation on the frontline, the outcomes of the meetings in Istanbul, the importance of strengthening sanctions against Russia.


We also talked about the Ukrainian children abducted by Russia. We have handed over the lists to the Russian side and are awaiting a response — it is crucial to bring these children home.

We are ready for a ceasefire, for dialogue, and for a serious process that will lead to a just end to this war. The President has made it clear that we accepted the U.S. proposal for a ceasefire back in March. Russia did not—because it still wants to buy time. While Ukraine speaks of de-escalation, the Kremlin continues its offensive in the East, in Sumy region, and near Kharkiv.

As the world calls for negotiations, Russia receives ammunition from North Korea, moves troops, and tries to exhaust the West.

Stories of Surrender is a remarkable documentary by Bono, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. Bono invited Sean Penn, The Edge from U2, and our Ukrainian servicemen from the “Cultural Forces”.


“Cultural Forces” is a unit within the Armed Forces of Ukraine made up of artists, many of whom have been serving since the very first days of the war.

1/ Despite the mythologized Soviet propaganda about a “Great Patriotic War victory,” historical facts tell a different story.

Without U.S. aid, the Ukrainian front, and British pressure—victory in WWII would’ve been impossible for the USSR.

⸻ 2/ USA: Lend-Lease and the Economy of Victory

Without the Lend-Lease program, the USSR had no fuel, no mobile logistics.

427,000 trucks, 2,000 locomotives, tons of aviation fuel, aluminum, metals, and food—this wasn’t “help.” It was the material backbone of the Red Army.

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I want to express my gratitude to all our people and warriors who heroically fight for Ukraine. Your strength and energy are with us every day—we have no right to make mistakes.

Thank you, President @ZelenskyyUa, for your leadership.

I am grateful to the American delegation, U.S. Secretary of State @marcorubio and National Security Advisor to President Trump @michaelgwaltz, for the constructive and meaningful work.

Together with Foreign Minister @andrii_sybiha, we held a meeting with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi. We reaffirmed our mutual respect for the territorial integrity of both Ukraine and China as the foundation of Ukrainian-Chinese bilateral relations. We positively noted the intensification of political dialogue between Ukraine and China in 2024 and discussed the possibility of further high-level contacts.

Today, the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children held its third meeting, reaffirming commitment to fight for the return of every child abducted by Russia.



Today, we discussed the Coalition members’ initiatives and projects focused on the return and reintegration of Ukrainian children, and prepared the ground for the upcoming Ministerial Conference on the Human Dimension of Ukraine's 10PPF in Canada.

September 2nd is a day to remember the end of World War II.

But last night, Putin struck Ukraine with missiles and once again started talking about "peace." However, anyone who truly wants peace must withdraw their troops from Ukrainian territory. And if Russia thinks that the strikes on infrastructure by Ukraine are a temporary phenomenon, they are mistaken in Moscow. Our strikes will only increase in intensity. We did not start this war, but we will surely end it.

June began with a diplomatic victory for Ukraine, and it ends on the same note. The Global Peace Summit, with over a hundred participants is a striking example of how an idea can quickly transform into a diplomatic event unparalleled in Ukraine's history. Now, we are on the final stretch towards European integration, restoring historical justice.

Remember when, on the fifth day of the full-scale invasion, we signed the application to join the EU? Back then, people thought we were crazy.

Just now in Paris, @ZelenskyyUa and @EmmanuelMacron signed a security agreement between 🇺🇦 and 🇫🇷.
There will be no more abstract memorandums anymore – only practical tools instead to strengthen the combat capabilities of 🇺🇦 with clear bilateral commitments. That’s exactly what this document is about. As well as similar agreements signed earlier with 🇬🇧 and 🇩🇪.
It would have been impossible without the personal initiative of @ZelenskyyUa, as well as the whole team members actively involved in the preparatory process.