Trump Says He Will Meet with Putin to End the War!
Trump says Ending the Russia / Ukraine War is top priority...
President-elect Trump announced plans for a potential meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, though no timeline has been set. While Trump campaigned on a promise to end the conflict within 24 hours of taking office, European officials suggest his team is now projecting a resolution could take several months, with continued aid to Ukraine likely.
Trump’s Plans and Statements
President-elect Trump announced plans for a potential meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to address ending the war in Ukraine.
Trump stated that Putin "wants to meet," and arrangements for the meeting are being made.
He described the war as a "bloody mess" and emphasized the urgency of resolving the conflict.
Trump reiterated his campaign promise to end the war swiftly, initially claiming it could be done within 24 hours of taking office.
Kremlin’s Response
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov reported that no official request for contact from Trump’s team has been received.
Peskov added that Putin is willing to meet Trump without any preconditions.
Shifting Timeline
Despite Trump’s earlier campaign promises, European officials told the Financial Times that his team now estimates it could take several months to resolve the conflict.
The officials also reported that Trump has not yet decided on a strategy to end the war.
Continued Support for Ukraine
Reports suggest that U.S. aid to Ukraine is likely to continue after Trump’s inauguration.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised Trump’s potential ability to help end the war.
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President-elect Trump stated plans for a potential meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to address ending the war in Ukraine.
Trump said Putin "wants to meet," and arrangements for the meeting are being made.
Trump emphasized the urgency of ending the war, calling it a "bloody mess."
No timeline has been provided for the potential meeting.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov reported no official request for contact but stated Putin is willing to meet Trump without conditions.
Trump previously promised to end the war within 24 hours of taking office.
European officials told the Financial Times that Trump’s team now estimates the conflict resolution could take several months.
Continued U.S. aid to Ukraine is likely after Trump’s inauguration, according to reports.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed confidence in Trump’s ability to help end the war.