On August 18, 2025, former U.S. President Donald J. Trump held a meeting at the White House with several distinguished international leaders, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine, President Emmanuel Macron of France, President Alexander Stubb of Finland, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom. President Zelenskyy described the meeting as the best they have had so far. Trump characterized the gathering as very good and successful. Additionally, Trump later stated that he had successful meetings with both President Vladimir Putin of Russia and President Zelenskyy, highlighting ongoing diplomatic engagements with key global leaders.