On Monday, 24 November, former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly expressed cautious optimism about progress in Russia‑Ukraine peace talks held the previous day in Geneva, hinting at possible gains.
Trump Shifts to Optimism Over Ukraine Negotiations
On 24 November, former U.S. president Donald Trump posted that he was skeptical about the progress of détente talks, saying it was hard to believe that significant gains had been made but that “don’t believe” until one “sees.” He added a hopeful note, “maybe something good could happen.”
White House and Kyiv Release Joint Statement on Geneva Talks
The White House and the Ukrainian President’s office jointly issued a statement calling the Geneva talks “fruitful,” “constructive,” and “full of mutual respect.” They said the outcome indicated “significant progress toward agreement on positions and clear next steps” and that any future agreement must “fully respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and ensure a lasting, just peace.”
Plan Claimed to Reflect Ukraine’s National Interests
White House correspondent Selina Wang reported that Ukrainian officials said the draft plan aligns with their national interests, providing credible and enforceable security mechanisms for both short‑term and long‑term protection. The plan details increased security guarantees, commitments to address aggression, energy stability, and reconstruction.
Secretary Rubio and his team confirmed the United States’ resolve to keep Ukraine’s sovereignty, security, and future prosperity at the center of the diplomatic process, noting that discussions will continue beyond the initial positions.
Additional Context on the Peace Plan
Further details about the peace plan are discussed in a related article that explored Trump’s deadline for Ukraine and the German chancellor’s response to its feasibility.
