Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets US President Donald Trump today at White House. European leaders from UK, France, Germany join discussions. Focus centers on halting Ukraine war through concessions.
Before talks, Trump urges Zelenskyy to abandon claims on Crimea, drop NATO ambitions. Peace requires Kyiv accepting certain Putin demands, Trump states. US leader warns Ukraine regains no control over Crimea, gains no NATO membership.
Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff reveals Russian President Vladimir Putin ready to offer robust security guarantees for Ukraine. Move aims at building trust amid negotiations.
Second encounter follows controversial February 2025 meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy. This time, broader group includes European figures pushing for Ukraine safety in any ceasefire pact.
Tensions escalate as Trump posts on Truth Social Sunday. “Zelenskyy can end war immediately if he agrees to Putin terms,” Trump writes. Kyiv rejects handing Crimea to Russia, calls occupation unlawful. Zelenskyy vows no sovereignty compromises.
Fighting persists despite dialogue. Russian strike hits Kharkiv residential zone Sunday, kills five including children, injures 19. Attacks highlight urgency.
Donbas recognition as Russian territory looms possible. Pressure mounts on Zelenskyy politically, strategically, economically. Russian hold over Luhansk, Donetsk complicates Ukraine stance. War expenses drive mounting debt.
Read more: Trump-Putin Summit Yields Progress on Ukraine War, No Ceasefire Deal Reached
US mediation seeks lasting resolution, yet Ukraine faces intense strains in pursuit.
