President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin negotiations to end the war in Ukraine following a “lengthy and highly productive” phone call between the two leaders. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also spoke with Trump about achieving lasting peace.
Trump expressed his desire to stop the war that has resulted in death and destruction, and invited Putin to meet in Saudi Arabia. The Russian president extended an invitation for Trump to visit Moscow. However, Trump also stated that Ukraine returning to its pre-2014 borders was unlikely.
Meanwhile, UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner reaffirmed the UK’s support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia. Trump’s Defense Secretary indicated that it was unlikely Ukraine would join NATO, which was seen as disappointing to Kyiv.
Zelensky, who was not included in the Trump-Putin call, emphasized that no talks on Ukraine can happen without Ukraine being involved. He discussed security guarantees with the US being essential for Ukraine’s future.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has raged for nearly three years, leading to widespread death, destruction, and displacement of civilians. Zelensky has suggested territorial swaps as part of a peace deal, which Russia has rejected.
The US and other international actors are working to find a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict, which has caused immense suffering to the people of Ukraine. The negotiations between the leaders are a crucial step towards achieving lasting peace in the region.
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