Trump Moves Closer to NATO Position on Ukraine Ahead of Putin Summit
In the run-up to his planned summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, former U.S. President Donald Trump has held virtual talks with several European leaders, signaling a shift toward NATO’s stance on Ukraine. His primary objective: to negotiate a ceasefire that could bring an end to the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war.
Trump stressed that any settlement involving disputed territories must be made with Ukraine’s direct input, particularly from President Volodymyr Zelensky. European leaders responded with cautious optimism, welcoming his involvement but underscoring that Ukraine’s security and participation in talks are non-negotiable.
Calling the upcoming meeting with Putin a “feel-out session”, Trump said he wants to assess how serious the Russian leader is about peace. If the conversation goes well, he is prepared to arrange a quick three-way meeting with Putin and Zelensky.
At the same time, Trump issued a stern warning to Moscow, vowing “very severe consequences” if Russia refuses to halt military aggression.
Still, skepticism lingers. Trump has hinted that limited land swaps could be part of a peace deal—remarks that have stirred anxiety in Kyiv and among European allies, who fear it could lead to concessions on Ukraine’s sovereignty.
While his administration is also working on other fronts, such as economic measures against China and cultural initiatives ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, Trump’s Ukraine diplomacy has now taken center stage in global politics.
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