U.S. President Donald Trump pressed for an end to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine within 30 days during a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, according to reports from Axios and the Ukrainian presidential office. The leaders discussed preparations for critical talks between their representatives in Geneva, scheduled for Thursday, February 26, aimed at advancing diplomatic resolutions.
Trump emphasized that the prolonged conflict has strained regional stability and global markets, urging accelerated negotiations ahead of a planned trilateral meeting with Russian officials in early March. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner also participated in the call, underscoring Washington’s commitment to brokering a leadership-level dialogue. Zelenskyy echoed the urgency, stating that direct engagement between heads of state is "the only way to resolve all complex issues and finally end the war."
The upcoming Geneva talks are expected to address security guarantees and economic recovery plans, while the March meeting could mark a pivotal shift in cross-border negotiations. Analysts suggest the 30-day timeline reflects growing pressure to stabilize energy markets and reassure investors in Asia and beyond, where the conflict’s ripple effects have impacted supply chains.
