Ukraine’s President Zelensky confirmed that Ukrainian and Russian delegations discussed a potential leader-level meeting during Istanbul talks, with Kyiv proposing it by late August. He urged Donald Trump to join, aligning with Trump’s 50-day peace deal deadline. While Putin expressed interest in a meeting at the war’s final phase, the Kremlin remained skeptical. Meanwhile, Ukraine seeks funds for 10 Patriot missile systems and faces domestic protests over anti-graft reforms, drawing EU criticism amid Kyiv’s push to maintain war focus and secure Western support. 00:00 – INTRODUCTION02:19 – UKRAINE SEEKS FUNDING FOR 10 PATRIOT MISSILE SYSTEMS03:30 – ZELENSKY: CORRUPTION NOT NUMBER ONE ISSUEn18oc_world n18oc_crux