Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, following a high-stakes U.S.-Russia summit that concluded without a ceasefire agreement for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The decision came after a 90-minute phone call between Zelenskyy and Trump, which later expanded to include European leaders.
"What's important is that the strength of the United States has a bearing on the course of events," Zelenskyy stated, emphasizing the critical role of U.S. engagement. The Ukrainian leader expressed gratitude for Trump's invitation and confirmed the meeting would focus on "ending the killing and the war" through detailed negotiations.
Zelenskyy endorsed Trump's proposal for a trilateral dialogue involving Ukraine, the U.S., and Russia, calling the format "highly appropriate" for resolving key security challenges. He further stressed the need for European partners to actively participate in crafting "reliable security guarantees" at every stage of the process.
The development highlights shifting diplomatic dynamics in Eastern Europe, with global markets closely monitoring potential impacts on regional stability. Analysts suggest the outcome could influence energy security frameworks and foreign investment flows across Asia and beyond.
