Former Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis, in an interview with The Kyiv Independent’s deputy chief editor Toma Istomina, criticized the recent White House summit involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelens, U.S. President Donald Trump, and European leaders. Landsbergis argued that the meeting failed to deliver tangible results in ending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, describing it as symbolic rather than actionable. He highlighted the need for decisive measures to aid Ukraine and curb Russian aggression.
The discussion underscored the growing frustration among allies over the lack of substantial outcomes from diplomatic engagements at the highest levels. Landsbergis, who has long been an advocate for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, called for a more unified and forceful response from the international community. He emphasized that the summit did little to address the escalating violence on the ground or the urgent humanitarian needs of Ukrainian civilians.
While some European leaders have expressed concern over the summit’s outcomes, others have pointed to the broader geopolitical landscape as a contributing factor to the lack of progress. The interview comes at a critical time as Ukraine continues to face mounting pressure from Russia, with frontline cities enduring relentless attacks and the conflict showing no signs of abating. Landsbergis’ comments reflect the deepening divide over how to effectively counter Russian expansionism and support Ukraine in its fight for survival.