(Patriot TV)—President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and a contingent of European leaders at the White House on August 18, laying groundwork for potential peace in the Russia-Ukraine war that has dragged on for nearly four years under the previous administration’s watch. Trump characterized the discussions as “a very good, early step” in negotiations, highlighting commitments on security guarantees for Ukraine primarily from European nations “in coordination with the United States.”
In a post on Truth Social following the meetings, Trump noted that Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and special envoy Steve Witkoff are spearheading follow-up conversations with both Moscow and Kyiv.
“Everyone is very happy about the possibility of PEACE for Russia/Ukraine,” he stated.
This comes as a stark contrast to the Biden-Harris era’s approach, which poured billions in taxpayer-funded aid into the conflict without a clear path to resolution, leaving Americans footing the bill for what many conservatives see as an endless foreign entanglement.
Trump revealed he had already reached out to Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss arranging a direct meeting with Zelenskyy at a yet-to-be-determined location. If successful, this bilateral encounter could lead to a trilateral summit involving Trump himself—a format Zelenskyy has expressed openness to. “We confirmed that we are ready for a trilateral meeting,” the Ukrainian leader told reporters after the session. “And if Russia proposed to the President of the United States bilateral, and then we will see the result of the bilateral, then it can be trilateral. So I said, always, Ukraine will never stop on the way to peace, and we are ready for any kind of format but on the level of leaders.”
The Kremlin acknowledged the Trump-Putin call, noting discussions on elevating “the level of direct Russian-Ukrainian negotiations,” though it stopped short of confirming Putin’s full commitment. Trump emphasized that a ceasefire isn’t a prerequisite for progress, pushing back against critics who insist on one before talks can advance. This pragmatic stance underscores his deal-making style, which prioritizes results over rigid preconditions that have stalled diplomacy in the past.
Security guarantees emerged as a core topic, with Trump insisting that Europe shoulder the main responsibility for Ukraine’s defense post-peace deal.
“We’re not giving anything. We’re selling weapons,” he reiterated earlier in the week, aligning with conservative principles of fiscal responsibility and avoiding free handouts.
Reports indicate Ukraine has proposed purchasing up to $100 billion in American-made arms, financed by European partners—a move that could boost U.S. jobs while ensuring allies pull their weight.
During the Oval Office gathering, Trump and Zelenskyy reviewed maps of the front lines, where Russian forces occupy roughly 20% of Ukrainian territory. This visual aid likely facilitated candid talks on potential land adjustments, such as Ukraine potentially ceding Crimea in exchange for peace and dropping its NATO aspirations—options Trump has floated as immediate war-enders. Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev mocked European leaders for failing to “outplay” Trump in these negotiations, suggesting the president’s firm hand is shifting dynamics in America’s favor.
Trump’s proactive diplomacy stands out after years of what conservatives decry as weak leadership from Washington, which allowed the conflict to escalate without accountability. By engaging Putin directly and coordinating with allies, he’s positioning the U.S. as a strong mediator rather than an open-checkbook donor.
“Again, this was a very good, early step for a war that has been going on for almost four years,” Trump said, signaling optimism for a resolution that prioritizes American interests first. As follow-ups unfold, this could mark the beginning of the end for a war that has cost countless lives and strained global stability.
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