Global News Podcast European leaders to join Trump-Zelensky meeting
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Aug 18, 2025 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet European leaders in Washington to discuss robust security guarantees amid tensions with Russia. Major protests in Israel are calling for a hostage deal and an end to the ongoing Gaza conflict. The podcast also pays tribute to actor Terence Stamp, reflecting on his dynamic career and legacy in film. Meanwhile, pressing human rights issues are highlighted, including the plight of Afghan allies facing immigration challenges and the urgent need to protect them.
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European Leaders Back Ukraine At White House
- European leaders joined Volodymyr Zelensky in Washington to provide diplomatic backup to talks with Donald Trump.
- Their presence signals a united Western front resisting pressure for large Ukrainian territorial concessions.
US Security Guarantees Depend On A Deal
- The US proposed Article 5-like security guarantees for Ukraine as part of a peace deal, but details remain unclear.
- Officials say guarantees require a formal peace agreement and may resemble NATO protections.
Key Questions Remain Before Any Ceasefire
- Significant gaps remain about territorial concessions and the shape of security guarantees ahead of talks.
- Washington and Kyiv still need clarity on what Russia demands and what compromises Ukraine could legally accept.
