Trump Calls Peace Talks a “Good Early Step” After Nearly Four Years of Russia-Ukraine War
Former U.S. President Donald Trump described the latest efforts toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war as a “good, early step” in resolving a conflict that has lasted for almost four years. Trump highlighted that his Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff are leading coordination with both Moscow and Kyiv to build momentum for peace.
In a post shared Tuesday on his Truth Social platform, Trump confirmed that he had hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy along with a number of European leaders at the White House. The high-level gathering included French President Emmanuel Macron, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
The talks, according to Trump, focused heavily on future security guarantees for Ukraine, to be offered by European allies in close cooperation with the United States. He noted that there was a general sense of optimism among all parties about the possibility of achieving peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Trump’s Call With Putin
At the conclusion of the meetings, Trump revealed that he placed a direct phone call to Russian President Vladimir Putin. During the conversation, the two leaders began outlining the arrangements for a future Putin-Zelenskyy summit at a location yet to be determined.
Following that, Trump confirmed plans for a trilateral meeting involving Putin, Zelenskyy, and himself, representing the U.S. role as a mediator in the peace process.
Trump stressed that the White House discussions and his call with Putin mark “a very good early step for a war that has gone on for almost four years.”
European Role in Peace Process
European leaders present at the White House welcomed Trump’s initiative. According to reports, they agreed that a structured peace roadmap with U.S. backing was essential to move negotiations forward. The security guarantees under discussion are expected to involve joint commitments from both NATO members and the United States to ensure Ukraine’s sovereignty and post-war stability.
The renewed dialogue highlights Trump’s ongoing efforts to establish himself as a central broker in global diplomacy, with Trump News coverage emphasizing his hands-on approach.
The Road Ahead
While no fixed date for the proposed Putin-Zelenskyy summit has yet been announced, insiders say preparations are underway to secure a neutral venue. Both the Kremlin and Kyiv have expressed cautious interest,though challenges remain around ceasefire terms, territorial disputes, and long-term security arrangements.
Observers note that the initiative could reshape not only the future of Ukraine, but also the broader geopolitical landscape of Europe.
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