Trump Advocates for Direct Peace Talks in Ukraine Conflict

Sun Aug 17 2025 07:25:04 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Advocates for Direct Peace Talks in Ukraine Conflict

Former President Trump urges immediate peace agreement in Ukraine, bypassing traditional ceasefire.


In a surprising change of position, Donald Trump has called for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to engage directly in peace negotiations with Russia, following a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump posted on Truth Social that skipping the ceasefire phase would provide a more effective route to ending the conflict, criticizing ceasefires for their frequent ineffectiveness. As Trump prepares to welcome Zelensky to Washington, he hopes to advocate for a swift resolution to the ongoing war.

In the wake of the meeting, Trump expressed that real peace required definitive agreements, pushing Zelensky to consider concessions despite prior refusals to cede Ukrainian territory. Reports suggest Putin has offered Ukraine control of its eastern Donetsk region in exchange for freezing current front lines and making other concessions, which Trump relayed to Zelensky.

Zelensky’s administration emphasizes the need for an immediate ceasefire and has voiced caution regarding ceding any territory, viewing such actions as potential threats for future aggression. European allies remain hesitant about the shift in negotiation strategy and have stressed Ukraine's sovereignty.

The upcoming discussions in Washington, framed by the recent summit, signal a potentially pivotal moment for Ukraine, as many leaders underline the necessity of including Zelensky's perspective in further negotiations, asserting that any decisions regarding Ukrainian territory must originate from Kyiv.

In Ukraine, reactions have been mixed, with some citizens expressing concern and disapproval of Trump's conciliatory stance towards Russia.

In conclusion, while Trump's pivot towards direct negotiations raises hopes for peace, it also elicits apprehension among Ukrainians and their European allies regarding the potential sacrifices that may accompany such agreements.

As the EU prepares to bolster its support for Ukraine, discussions in Washington will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the protracted conflict.

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