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Zelensky, U.S. Officials Align on Ceasefire Strategy as Trump Prepares Putin Call

Amid ongoing Russian drone strikes, Ukraine and the U.S. discuss sanctions, defense cooperation, and peace efforts ahead of high-level calls scheduled for May 19.

Donald Trump, Zelensky and Vance last met at the White House in February, when they clashed over the future of peace in Ukraine in a televised meeting.
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Overview

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Rome on May 18 to discuss peace strategies and reaffirm Ukraine's commitment to a full and unconditional ceasefire.
  • Discussions covered sanctions against Russia, bilateral trade, defense cooperation, and the upcoming prisoner exchange agreed upon in Istanbul talks, which failed to secure a ceasefire.
  • President Donald Trump is set to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on May 19 to address the ongoing war, followed by calls with Zelensky and NATO leaders to advance diplomatic efforts.
  • The Vatican has offered to host direct peace negotiations, with both sides reportedly considering the venue as a neutral platform for future talks.
  • Russia launched a record drone barrage on Ukraine on May 18, underscoring the urgency of diplomatic solutions as the war continues into its fourth year.