A major meeting at the White House brought together Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders to discuss the war in Ukraine, the likelihood of a peace settlement and security guarantees for Kyiv.
Participants stressed the necessity of real security guarantees, including the possible deployment of Western troops and mechanisms similar to NATO's Article 5, to prevent further Moscow aggression. The territorial integrity of Ukraine, the status of occupied regions and the prospects for a ceasefire as a prelude to lasting peace were all debated.
Trump expressed the desire to reach a swift and comprehensive peace agreement, but acknowledged the process may be lengthy given the Kremlin’s position. President Zelensky outlined Ukraine's red lines, stating the country would not agree to territorial concessions. European leaders highlighted the importance of a ceasefire and long-term security guarantees for investment and modernization of Ukraine’s defense.
The summit underscored the need for coordination among the US, EU and Ukraine. The gathering provided a platform to discuss not only security, but also the social and economic changes brought by war. Leaders agreed that peace in Europe is achievable only with genuine security guarantees for Ukraine.
