The White House has confirmed that a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is planned. The White House spokesperson said that the meeting was discussed during recent diplomatic talks and that President Putin has expressed willingness to engage. However, Russia has yet to formally confirm the meeting, leaving the details of the potential encounter uncertain.
President Trump has reiterated his previous stance that the United States will not deploy troops in Ukraine. This position has been a consistent message from the Trump administration, which has emphasized a policy of non-intervention in the conflict. The White House is seeking assurances from Russia regarding security guarantees for Ukraine. These guarantees are expected to be a key part of the discussion during the planned meeting between the two leaders.
While the exact terms of the security guarantees remain unclear, the White House has indicated that they are critical to ensuring the safety and stability of Ukraine. The meeting is seen as a potential step toward de-escalating the conflict in Eastern Europe. However, the lack of confirmation from Russia has raised questions about the likelihood of the meeting taking place. The situation continues to be closely monitored by international observers and diplomatic allies of both countries.