Former US President Trump held phone calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. While aiming for peace talks, European nations emphasize Ukraine's involvement in any potential negotiations. The Trump administration's approach raises concerns among some European leaders.
European nations must be involved in Ukraine peace talks , leaders say after Trump calls with Putin and ZelenskiyEngland is mired in self-doubt and disillusionment - but Ireland can’t afford to gloat
Mr Trump, who vowed throughout his presidential campaign to bring a swift end to the Ukraine war, stated in a post on his Truth Social platform that his conversation with Mr Zelenskiy went “very well”.Nato secretary general Mark Rutte also said on Thursday that any peace deal in Ukraine must be enduring and that any discussions must include Kyiv.
This was echoed by German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock. “We can’t have talks without involving Ukraine. Peace in Europe is at stake, that’s why we Europeans need to be brought in,” she said. Speaking before Thursday’s Nato defence ministers' meeting in Brussels, US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said the Russian aggression on Ukraine was “a factory reset for Nato,” and a moment of “realisation that this alliance needs to be robust, strong, and real”.
“There is no betrayal; there is a recognition that the whole world and the US is invested in peace, in a negotiated peace,” he said. Lithuanian defence minister Dovile Sakaliene warned that Europe should not fall “under the illusion that Mr Trump and Mr Putin are going to find the solution for all of us” as that would be a “deadly trap”.
TRUMP PUTIN UKRAINE PEACE TALKS NATO
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Trump and Putin Reportedly Speak Directly Amid Ukraine WarThe New York Post revealed that former US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have been communicating directly since early 2022, raising eyebrows amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine. Despite the White House's silence, the Kremlin neither confirmed nor denied the reports. Trump expressed his desire to end the war and asserted a plan to achieve this, while offering limited details.
Read more »
Trump and Putin Discuss Ukraine War, Opening Door for MeetingConversations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have sparked the possibility of a significant meeting, potentially in Moscow or Washington, marking a thaw in US-Russia relations. Trump, who previously vowed to end the Ukraine war swiftly during his campaign, expressed his desire to see peace restored. His intervention may limit Ukraine's leverage, as US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth suggested that regaining all occupied territory is unrealistic and ruled out US troops as peacekeepers.
Read more »
Trump inauguration: Donald Trump to take oath of office to become 47th US presidentTrump completes extraordinary political comeback with Washington DC ceremony in the US Capitol
Read more »
Putin Calls for Talks with Trump, Says Ukraine Crisis Might Not Have Happened if 2020 Election Hadn't Been 'Stolen'Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for talks with Donald Trump, suggesting that a meeting would be beneficial for both countries amidst current global realities. Putin stated that Russia is prepared for negotiations on the Ukrainian issue, but emphasized that the current Ukrainian leadership, under President Zelenskyy, has banned any negotiations with him. Putin also expressed his belief that the crisis in Ukraine might not have arisen if Trump's 2020 election victory hadn't been 'stolen'. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials anticipate that Russia will attempt to leverage this decree to pressure Trump into forcing Zelenskyy to rescind it.
Read more »
Zelenskiy Calls for Trump's Role in Ending Ukraine WarUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has urged former US President Donald Trump to play a crucial role in mediating peace between Ukraine and Russia. Zelenskiy contends that Putin fears European security guarantees and that Trump's involvement is vital. He believes that strong US pressure on Russia, potentially through the Global South, could force Putin to the negotiating table.
Read more »
GAA President Steps Aside, Letting Former President Present Hurling Trophy to Na FiannaGAA President Jarlath Burns received praise for his decision to let former GAA President John Horan present the All-Ireland Club Hurling trophy to Na Fianna after their victory over Sarsfields. This gesture was lauded by viewers as a classy and impartial act.
Read more »