WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and visiting European leaders that the United States will support European-led efforts to guarantee Ukraine’s long-term security once a peace deal with Russia is in place. The meeting, held in Washington, signaled a shift toward a more cooperative tone, with Trump backing European initiatives rather than outlining an American-led framework.
Zelensky described the commitment as a significant step forward, stating that formal documentation of the security assurances would be completed within the next week to ten days. The announcement was met with cautious optimism among European leaders, who stressed that any peace arrangement must include concrete mechanisms to protect Ukraine against future aggression.
Despite these assurances, challenges remain. European governments are pressing for a ceasefire plan, but Russia has rejected any role for NATO troops in enforcing future agreements. This has raised questions about how security guarantees will be implemented on the ground without escalating broader tensions.
Trump also revealed that he had opened communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the possibility of a high-level summit involving the United States, Russia, and Ukraine. The potential venue under consideration is Geneva or Hungary, though no date has been set. If realized, such a meeting could mark a pivotal moment in efforts to bring an end to the ongoing war.
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