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Trump-Zelensky to Meet Tomorrow as Europe Prepares Backup Support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky may not arrive in Washington alone on Monday for his high-stakes meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, as European leaders step up efforts to influence the course of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, now in its third year.
The upcoming meeting follows Trump’s recent summit in Alaska with Russian President Vladimir Putin—a gathering described as “historic” by both leaders but which failed to produce any concrete breakthrough on the war. In contrast, this will be Zelensky’s first trip to the U.S. since February, when his meeting with Trump ended in a tense exchange, with the American president accusing the Ukrainian leader of being “disrespectful.”
To avoid a repeat of that contentious encounter, European officials are reportedly considering sending a senior representative to accompany Zelensky. According to Politico, Finnish President Alexander Stubb or NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte could join the Ukrainian delegation. Both leaders have built working relationships with Trump and could act as diplomatic intermediaries to ease tensions.
The move is also seen as a way to ensure Europe remains involved in any future negotiations over Ukraine’s fate. European leaders have expressed concern over Trump’s recent overtures to Putin and worry that Zelensky could face a less supportive atmosphere at the White House. With memories of the frosty March meeting still fresh, European officials fear Trump could again pressure Zelensky into making territorial concessions to Russia.
At the core of Monday’s meeting will be efforts by Ukraine and its European allies to prevent Trump from endorsing any of Putin’s proposals, including the transfer of Ukrainian territory to Russian control. A source familiar with the discussions told AFP that Trump is already leaning toward a Russian plan under which Moscow would take control of two Ukrainian regions and freeze the front line in two additional areas it only partially occupies.
Reports indicate that Trump has already shared Russia’s proposal with Zelensky, which would involve Ukraine surrendering the entire Donetsk region in exchange for a broader ceasefire—an idea Zelensky has flatly rejected. Despite describing his recent meeting with Putin as “very productive,” Trump has now put the responsibility on Zelensky to “deliver peace.”
Trump is also said to be pushing for a three-way summit involving himself, Putin, and Zelensky. However, the Kremlin has not yet confirmed any intention to participate in such talks.
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