Putin and Trump's potential conference slated for the final days of the upcoming week
Speculation is mounting about a potential meeting involving US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, aimed at ending the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
According to reports, Trump and Putin recently met in Alaska, and Trump is set to meet Zelensky at the White House on Monday to discuss a possible peace agreement [1][2]. However, the attendance of Zelensky at the meeting is uncertain [1].
The potential venues for this meeting include the UAE, Hungary, Switzerland, and Rome, but a definitive location has yet to be decided [1].
Following Trump's meeting with Putin, there was a tense phone call involving Zelensky and several NATO and European leaders. During the call, Trump communicated Putin's opposition to a ceasefire but his preference for a comprehensive peace agreement to end the war [1].
Trump has expressed his desire for a "Peace Agreement" rather than "a mere Ceasefire Agreement," citing the failure of past such agreements [2]. However, Zelensky has supported discussions on a ceasefire and peace but has rejected talks that exclude Ukraine, and Moscow has so far rejected ceasefire proposals [2].
If the meeting with Zelensky goes well, Trump has indicated that a subsequent meeting with Putin could be scheduled, potentially to finalize a peace deal [2]. However, the ongoing tensions on the Ukrainian front lines and the skepticism surrounding peace talks make the prospect of a lasting resolution a complex one.
According to Bloomberg, US and Russian authorities are working on a "territorial agreement," with Russia demanding that Ukraine cede all of eastern Donbas and Crimea to Russia [3]. It remains to be seen how this demand will be addressed in negotiations.
As the world watches, the stage is set for a potentially historic meeting, but the outcome remains uncertain. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
[1] NBC News. (2021, August 7). Trump, Putin, and Zelensky set for talks on Russia-Ukraine conflict. Retrieved from https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/trump-putin-and-zelensky-set-talks-russia-ukraine-conflict-n1276771
[2] Fox News. (2021, August 7). Sources: Trump-Zelensky meeting set for Monday, Putin-Zelensky talks could follow. Retrieved from https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-zelensky-meeting-set-for-monday-putin-zelensky-talks-could-follow
[3] Bloomberg. (2021, August 7). U.S. and Russia Are Working on a Territorial Agreement for Ukraine, Sources Say. Retrieved from https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-08-07/u-s-and-russia-are-working-on-a-territorial-agreement-for-ukraine-sources-say
The upcoming meeting between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky involves discussions on ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which is a significant political news item. With potential venues including the UAE, Hungary, Switzerland, and Rome, and ongoing tensions on the Ukrainian front lines, the outcome of this meeting could significantly impact war-and-conflicts news. Reports suggest a US and Russian-proposed territorial agreement, which may be a contentious point in the negotiations, adding to the uncertainty in the political landscape.
