Zelensky To Meet Trump For Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks.
European leaders will join Zelensky at the White House on Monday, worried that Trump may pressure Ukraine into accepting Putin’s terms from the recent Alaska summit, raising fears of a compromise that could weaken Kyiv’s position and Europe’s security.
Washington: US President Donald Trump has once again stirred global attention by declaring that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky could “end the war with Russia almost immediately” if he accepts certain non-negotiable conditions. Speaking through his Truth Social platform on Sunday, Trump outlined the terms he expects Ukraine to agree upon, terms that align closely with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s demands.
These remarks come just hours before a crucial White House meeting where Zelensky, joined by several European leaders, will sit down with Trump to discuss the future of the war. The timing of Trump’s post suggests he wanted to preview his message in advance, ensuring both allies and adversaries understand what kind of peace deal he envisions.
The Ukrainian leader has consistently maintained that Ukraine’s sovereignty is non-negotiable, and reclaiming occupied territories — including Crimea, annexed by Russia in 2014 — remains central to his stance. and his allies, while refusing would risk losing American support.
European leaders, many of whom are flying into Washington for the talks, are deeply uneasy. Their concern is that Trump will push Zelensky to accept Putin’s framework from the Alaska summit last week, where the Russian president reiterated his conditions for ending the conflict. According to diplomats, European governments fear that Ukraine could be forced into a peace that compromises its territorial integrity and long-term security.
Yet, those same leaders are also eager to learn more about what Trump believes Russia might be willing to concede in return. Could there be guarantees for Ukraine’s independence? Would Russia commit to halting future aggression? Would the United States be willing to play a role in ensuring Ukraine’s security after the war? These questions remain unanswered, and Monday’s gathering may provide the first real insights into Trump’s strategy.
In typical fashion, Trump has framed the moment as historic. “Big day at the White House tomorrow. My great honour to host them!!! The exclamation marks underscored his effort to portray himself as the architect of a potential peace deal — one that could redefine Europe’s security landscape.
Russia’s full-scale invasion, which began in February 2022, continues to wreak havoc across Ukrainian cities and villages. On Monday, Ukrainian authorities reported that 13 people were wounded in overnight Russian strikes on Kharkiv and the Sumy region. The use of attack drones by both Kyiv and Moscow has become a grim routine, illustrating how distant peace still feels for those enduring the daily bombardments.
For Ukrainians, Trump’s comments are likely to feel detached from the reality of their struggle. The notion of “ending the war immediately” by giving up Crimea and abandoning NATO aspirations ignores the sacrifices already made by soldiers and civilians alike. To many, such conditions are not a peace but a surrender.
As Zelensky prepares to walk into the White House on Monday, he faces immense pressure not only from Trump but also from the expectations of his people and the solidarity of European allies. The world will be watching closely to see whether these talks move Ukraine closer to peace — or reveal the deep divides over what that peace should look like.