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Trump Hosts Zelenskyy, Calls Putin, and Pushes New Talks on Ukraine

Trump met Zelenskyy at the White House, called Putin, and pushed talks to end the Ukraine war with European support.

What Happened

President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several major European leaders at the White House to discuss the ongoing Ukraine war. The leaders met in Washington to revive stalled peace talks and explore possible paths toward resolution.

During the discussions, Trump expressed support for European-led security guarantees for Ukraine. At the same time, he made clear that he would not back NATO membership for the country. This has long been a sticking point, as Kyiv continues to press for stronger Western commitments. Zelenskyy welcomed the gesture but stressed the need for concrete measures to protect Ukraine from future Russian aggression.

In a striking moment, Trump placed a call to Russian President Vladimir Putin during the gathering. The call was described as a step toward arranging direct talks between Putin and Zelenskyy, with the possibility of a trilateral summit involving all three leaders. Trump has positioned himself as a potential broker, suggesting he can succeed where past efforts have stalled.

Why It Matters

The White House meeting and Trump’s call to Putin highlight the delicate balance of diplomacy around the Ukraine war. The conflict is now in its fourth year, with devastating costs in lives, resources, and regional stability.

For Ukraine, security guarantees remain critical. The country is defending its sovereignty while trying to secure lasting peace. For Europe, the stakes are equally high. Energy security, border stability, and defense commitments all hang in the balance.

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By rejecting NATO membership for Ukraine and endorsing alternative guarantees, Trump is signaling his preference for negotiated settlements over expanded alliance commitments. His decision to involve Putin directly shows a belief that progress will come only through dialogue between Kyiv and Moscow—even if that means sidelining Western institutions like NATO.

Reactions are mixed. Some view Trump’s involvement as a potential step toward restarting negotiations. Others warn it could be seen as accommodating Russia and weakening Ukraine’s leverage. The debate over dialogue versus deterrence remains unresolved in both Washington and Europe.

How It Affects You

For Americans, the outcome of these talks will influence not just foreign policy but also larger questions about security and spending. Billions in U.S. aid have already gone to Ukraine since 2022, fueling debates at home over priorities. If Trump succeeds in brokering progress, it could mean reduced financial commitments abroad and a potential easing of global tensions.

The stakes are high for America’s global role. How the U.S. navigates this conflict will affect alliances, defense strategies, and perceptions of American leadership. If peace talks advance, the U.S. could be seen as a central player in ending Europe’s most dangerous war since World War II. If they fail, questions about credibility and strategy will grow.

The call to Putin and the proposed talks are just the start of what promises to be a complex process. Even if the war is inching toward an end, as many hope, it won’t end overnight. The coming months will reveal whether Trump’s outreach can shift the war’s trajectory or if divisions between Kyiv and Moscow remain too deep to bridge.

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