Overview

• President Donald Trump has urged Russia to negotiate a resolution to the Ukraine conflict, warning of significant sanctions if no progress is made.
• Trump stated that the U.S. could impose tariffs and taxes on Russian exports, emphasizing the need for a diplomatic 'deal' to end the war.
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed openness to peace talks and highlighted the importance of a sustainable resolution rather than a rushed agreement.
• Russia has signaled limited willingness to engage in talks but insists on protecting its national interests and rejects concessions under pressure.
• European leaders, including Kaja Kallas, have stressed the importance of Europe’s involvement in any peace negotiations and disputed Trump’s claims about unequal support to Ukraine.