Russia and Ukraine have agreed to peace discussions. US President Donald Trump announced this after Monday’s White House meeting with Zelenskyy and European leaders. During talks, Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Putin. He plans to arrange swift meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy for resolution.
Zelenskyy expressed interest in meeting Russian president. This marks Zelenskyy’s return to White House after six months. Unlike before, discussions stayed cordial and friendly.
Local time Monday afternoon, Zelenskyy met Trump in Oval Office. Present included Vice President JD Vance, Secretary State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff along with top officials.
Trump described ceasefire as mere idea, seeking permanent peace. He assured no US troop withdrawal from Ukraine post-war for security. Addressing Zelenskyy, Trump pledged full US support but ruled out NATO membership.
Zelenskyy aligned closely, stating Kyiv ready for Washington-Moscow trilateral talks. He welcomed US role in ending war.
After Trump-Zelenskyy session discussions shifted to European leaders at White House second phase. Midway, Trump called Putin, and European heads reportedly spoke with him too.
Later on social media Trump revealed Putin and Zelenskyy consented to war-ending talks between Russia and Ukraine. Preparations underway for their prompt meeting.
Kremlin confirmed 40-minute Trump-Putin call on Zelenskyy meeting issue.
Earlier joint session featured British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. All emphasized quick effective agreement to halt war.
Last Friday, first peace discussion phase occurred in Alaska, where Trump met Putin. Monday brought second phase at White House with Ukraine president and European leaders.
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