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The White House played host to a significant meeting this week, as President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and a host of European leaders gathered to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Pursuing a Peaceful Resolution
The group convened with a shared goal: to negotiate a resolution to the nearly three-year conflict. President Trump, having recently met with Russian President Putin without Ukrainian participation, underscored the need for agreements that involve both Russia and Ukraine. The aim was not just a ceasefire, but a comprehensive end to the war through a deal where both sides would gain and concede something.
Security Guarantees for Ukraine
A crucial topic of discussion was Ukraine’s demand for reliable, practical security guarantees akin to NATO's Article 5. Zelenskyy stressed that these guarantees must be effective in practice, with involvement from the US and European allies in providing them. US special envoy Steve Witkoff hinted that the US and European nations could offer such Article 5-like guarantees post-war.
Territorial Integrity and Peace Conditions
While Trump suggested that peace might require Ukraine ceding some territory in the east, Zelenskyy firmly rejected the idea of sacrificing Ukrainian territory as part of any peace agreement. He welcomed the US’s readiness to provide security assurances but ruled out territorial concessions.
The Role of European Leaders
European leaders joined Zelenskyy at the meeting to support Ukraine and be involved at every stage of negotiations, ensuring shared security objectives with America. Despite some social media rumors, all key European leaders actively participated in the talks without notable public conflicts.
In summary, the meeting focused on advancing peace talks based on security guarantees for Ukraine, rejection of territorial concessions, and the difficult but necessary process of a compromise peace deal involving Russia, Ukraine, the US, and Europe. The outcome of these discussions will likely play a crucial role in determining how the situation progresses.
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