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Ukraine war briefing: ‘Security guarantees’ on offer but Russia wants some too

European firepower behind Zelenskyy in Washington meeting; Russian attacks continue with dozen injured in Kharkiv and Sumy. What we know on day 1,272

The Guardian - AU

Trump-Putin summit: Veteran diplomat explains why putting peace deal before ceasefire wouldn’t end Russia-Ukraine war

If you’re confused about the aims, conduct and outcome of the summit meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin held in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025, you’re probably not alone.

The Conversation

Photos of the wildfires in Europe displacing thousands as residents join efforts to fight the flames

Wildfires are burning in parts of Europe, displacing thousands, as water-dropping planes and helicopters swoop overhead and residents join the effort, beating back flames with cut branches or dousing them with buckets of water.

The Independent UK

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Trump’s critics say Putin ‘flattered’ Trump at the Alaska summit. Europe’s leaders aim to do the same

NEWS ANALYSIS: Trump’s meeting with Putin rolled back key red lines that Zelensky says Ukraine won’t cross. But Europe could be relying on Trump to flip-flop once again, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

European leaders stress unity with Ukraine ahead of Washington summit

European leaders voiced strong support for Ukraine ahead of a Washington summit with US President Donald Trump. They emphasized unity, territorial integrity and security guarantees as essential to any peace deal.

Euronews

Zelensky returns to Washington, this time with Europe at his side

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The stakes are higher than at that fateful Oval Office meeting in February, and Ukraine’s president is flanked by Europe’s most senior leaders to get a ‘yes’ from Donald Trump

The Independent UK

Zelenskyy faces daunting trip to the White House – but this time he won’t be alone

Dream team of European leaders will be with the Ukrainian president, seeking to show a united front when they meet Donald Trump

The Guardian - UK

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The Guardian view on the Alaska summit: there must be no more gifts to Vladimir Putin

Editorial: As Volodymyr Zelenskyy heads to Washington amid talk of land swaps, European leaders must have his back

The Guardian - UK

Record number of EVs registered in western Europe across last quarter

Nearly 600,000 BEVs hit the road as carmakers such as Renault and Stellantis attract more price-sensitive buyers

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer hopes to exploit curious relationship with Trump in Ukraine talks

PM has positioned himself as someone who can get along with US president while stressing Europe’s red lines

The Guardian - UK

Putin won in Anchorage. Now Zelenskyy and Europe are in an even more perilous position

Trump’s summit failed to achieve a ceasefire, but the Russian president will be very happy with how events are unfolding, says Rajan Menon of City College of New York

The Guardian - UK

UK and EU at Zelenskyy’s side in Washington for meeting with Trump

Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz and others will aim to push back against ceding of Ukraine territory in ‘peace plan’

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s not going to be that easy, but Forest’s ability to counter-attack will stand them in massively good stead, particularly away’ Stan Collymore outlines why Forest could be suited to European football

Forest are back in Europe for the first time since the 1995/96 season

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Trump's special envoy reveals Putin 'agreed to NATO-style security guarantees for Ukraine' in quest for peace

The US president urged his Ukrainian counterpart to strike a deal with Russia to end the deadliest conflict since the Second World War

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Euronews

Extreme heatwaves expose vulnerabilities in Europe’s power grid amid rising air con demand

As Europe faces soaring temperatures and rising energy demand, power grids struggle to keep the lights on without worsening emissions.

Evening Standard

Crystal Palace playing catch-up in bid to build on FA Cup win after summer of uncertainty

Lack of signings and possibility of losing Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi have created a difficult backdrop as Eagles embark on first season in Europe

Euronews

Wealthy countries pay more for essential medicines, but the cost burden is far lower, study finds

European countries spent more than other regions on essential medicines in 2022, at approximately €167 per capita.

The Conversation

Putin got the red-carpet treatment from Trump. Where does this leave Ukraine?

The bizarre summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska should sway all but the most credulous doubters that the White House is more interested in friendly relations with Russia’s dictator than achieving a lasting peace in Ukraine.

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“We put full-sized speakers at the back of the hall for quadraphonic sound. Someone walked off with one! I’ve no idea how – it’s not like they put it in a pocket”: The story of Gentle Giant’s only live album, Playing The Fool

Presenting their concert experience on record was a steep challenge in 1976. Now they’ve reconstructed the tapes to make it feel like you’re there, complete with heckling

The Independent UK

UK set for spectacular sunsets due to European wildfires

The UK should expect ‘enhanced sunsets and sunrises’ over the coming days, said the Met Office

The Independent UK

Is Zelensky about to walk into another White House ambush after Trump’s Putin meeting?

ANALYSIS : Trump’s problem with Zelensky is personal but, as World Affairs Editor Sam Kiley explains, he may finally understand that Ukraine cannot be handed to Putin

Evening Standard

Wildfires rage Europe: Where is it safe to travel and how to stay safe

The UK's Foreign Office updated its advice saying there is a 'high risk' of wildfires during the summer season from April to October

International Business Times

Europeans Try To Stay On The Board After Ukraine Summit

For European leaders, the absence of a Ukraine deal at the summit between Russian leader Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump has at least one upside: They have not yet been completely sidelined in a key strategic moment for the Continent's future.

The Guardian - US

Putin demands full control of Donetsk and Luhansk as condition for ending Ukraine war – as it happened

Putin told Trump he would halt further advances and freeze Ukrainian frontline where Russian forces occupy significant areas, sources say

Euronews

Death toll rises as wildfires continue to burn across southern Europe

Firefighters in Spain, Portugal, Greece and Turkey continue to battle wildfires that have raged on for weeks. Hot and dry conditions are expected to persist, challenging efforts to contain the blazes.

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