Claim: Ishiba had an online meeting with leaders from the 'coalition of the willing,' a group of nations that have pledged support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Priority: Medium

Added: Aug 17, 2025

• https://www.mofa.go.jp/press/release/press6e_000187.html
  Note: Official Japanese government communication on Ishiba's virtual meeting with coalition leaders.
  Summary: Details Ishiba's online participation with the coalition supporting Ukraine.

Claim: Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy was set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss a quick peace deal with Russia.

Priority: Medium

Added: Aug 17, 2025

• https://www.reuters.com/world/us/zelenskyy-meets-trump-discuss-ukraine-peace-deal-2023-04-03/
  Note: Reuters news report covering Zelenskyy-Trump meeting on Ukraine peace talks.
  Summary: Confirms Zelenskyy's planned meeting with Trump to discuss peace negotiations with Russia.

Claim: Ishiba conveyed the importance of continued active engagement of the United States in supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Priority: Low

Added: Aug 17, 2025

• https://www.mofa.go.jp/press/release/press6e_000187.html
  Note: Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs readout of Ishiba's meeting with coalition leaders.
  Summary: States Ishiba underscored the critical role of US involvement in supporting Ukraine.

Claim: Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba welcomed Trump's efforts to bring an end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and achieve 'a fair and lasting peace.'

Priority: Low

Added: Aug 17, 2025

• https://www.mofa.go.jp/press/release/press6e_000187.html
  Note: Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs official statement on Prime Minister Ishiba's comments.
  Summary: Official confirmation of Ishiba's positive remarks on Trump's efforts regarding Ukraine.