Donald Trump has stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is open to negotiating a deal to end the ongoing war with Russia. Trump, speaking about the potential for peace, emphasized that he believes an agreement could benefit both sides and expressed confidence in his ability to broker a resolution quickly if re-elected. Zelensky, however, has expressed caution, emphasizing the need for a “fair” end to the conflict. He has warned that a rushed deal could compromise Ukraine’s independence and potentially result in losses similar to what occurred after the 2014 ceasefire.
Zelensky has consistently highlighted the importance of removing Russian forces entirely from Ukrainian territory and has resisted any proposals he views as unfavorable to Ukraine’s sovereignty.
