President Donald Trump hosted European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House in an effort to advance peace talks on the war in Ukraine. The summit followed Trump’s recent three-hour meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which ended without a ceasefire but with Trump claiming “great progress.”
The gathering brought together key European figures, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. Discussions centered on strategies to end the conflict and potential frameworks for negotiation.
Despite optimism, concerns remain among allies that Trump could concede too much to Putin in his eagerness to secure a deal. Critics warn that any premature compromises might undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty and long-term stability.
Trump, however, expressed confidence in progress. A hot mic captured him saying of Putin, “I think he wants to make a deal for me,” fueling debate about his approach to diplomacy.