Donald Trump said he will hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin only after a final agreement ends the Russia‑Ukraine war.
Trump Announces Meeting with Zelensky and Putin
Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that he plans to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin. He said his team has made significant progress toward ending the war between Russia and Ukraine over the past week.
Meeting Condition: Only if War Ends
Trump stated he would meet only when a final agreement ends the war or is in its final phase. He expressed hope for an early meeting but emphasized that it would be contingent on the war’s conclusion.
28‑Point Peace Plan
Trump highlighted that the original 28‑point U.S. peace plan, refined through consultations with both sides, now has only a handful of disputed points. He emphasized efforts to finalize the plan.
Special Envoy to Moscow and Ukrainian Engagement
Trump announced that Special Envoy Steve Witkoff would meet President Putin in Moscow, while Army Secretary Dan Driscoll would meet with Ukraine representatives. He said he would be updated on all progress.
Disputed Points: Territory and Politics
Trump identified the most serious disputed points as those concerning Ukraine’s territory and its policy. Earlier media reported that Ukrainians agreed to limit their army size to about 800,000, 200,000 more than the initial agreement.
