Overview
- In a New York Times interview, Trump said European allies and other partners would lead any military guarantees for Ukraine, with the United States in a supporting role.
- He said the United States would be prepared to participate in ensuring Ukraine’s security under a future arrangement tied to a peace deal.
- He voiced confidence that Vladimir Putin wants to reach an agreement and said he believes Russia would not attempt another invasion.
- He declined to promise increased U.S. assistance if talks drag on and offered no timeline for concluding negotiations.
- The remarks come as Ukrainian officials say a security guarantees document is close to ready following meetings in Paris with U.S. and European teams.