Former U.S. president Donald Trump set a fresh two‑week timeline for achieving peace in Ukraine during a broadcast interview. He hinted that a rapid resolution was plausible but acknowledged the need for alternative tactics if necessary. The announcement came amid intensified diplomatic efforts involving meetings with Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian leader Vladimir Putin, and speculation that Trump might retract from leading a planned summit.
Trump Reveals New Deadline
During a radio interview with Todd Starnes on Thursday, August 21, President Trump confirmed that within the next two weeks voters will learn whether a peace agreement in Ukraine can be achieved. He suggested that a swift outcome was possible, yet also warned that other strategies might become necessary if the situation does not resolve as quickly as hoped.
Meetings with Zelensky and Putin
On August 15, Trump met with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on an Alaskan platform before attending a White House conference with European leaders three days later. He called Putin to discuss the prospect of the Ukrainian president engaging in talks with the Russian leader. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also indicated that such a meeting could occur “within the next two weeks,” though he noted uncertainty about the Russian president’s willingness to participate. Unofficially, The Guardian reported that Trump considered withdrawing from organizing this summit, citing frustration over previous failures.
Trump Shortens Deadline
In alignment with his earlier statement, Trump tightened the lead time for potential diplomatic breakthroughs, emphasizing a quick approach to conflict resolution while remaining open to adjusting tactics based on evolving developments.
Source: Gazeta,
