Convergence of global powers
A possible convergence between global powers has been at the center of international discussions. A meeting was held at the White House on Monday, which, according to analysts, could prove to be even more fateful for the future of Ukraine and the security of all of Europe than the US-Russia summit in Alaska, which took place on Friday.
Friday's meeting between President Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump seemingly justified all expectations for a lack of concrete results. No ceasefire agreement was reached, no new sanctions were imposed, and no major statements were made that would cause a change in the status quo.
This led to fears in Kyiv and European capitals that Ukraine and Europe could be excluded from the negotiations on a deal made behind closed doors by the world's two main nuclear powers.
Nevertheless, it appears that Ukraine and its partners are determined to prevent such a development.