Trump says Ukraine peace deal is near but territory issue remains
US President Donald Trump stated that a peace agreement to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is closer than ever, though the question of territorial control remains unresolved. After recent talks with both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump expressed optimism about the negotiations. Zelensky described the peace plan as mostly complete, despite ongoing Russian attacks. The leaders also coordinated with key European officials, who are concerned about the implications of any agreement.
What we know
- Donald Trump said a peace deal is “far closer than ever before” after talks with Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago.
- The main sticking point is the issue of territory, with current plans proposing a demilitarised area at the frontlines in the Donbas region.
- Zelensky indicated the peace plan is 95 per cent complete and expressed openness to the revised US proposal.
- Vladimir Putin reportedly called for Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas and criticized European leaders for hindering progress.
- Both Trump and Putin agreed that a temporary ceasefire could prolong the conflict rather than resolve it.
