Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is resisting U.S. pressure to give up any territory to Russia, instead seeking more support from European nations. President Donald Trump has urged Ukraine to consider a compromise with Russia, suggesting that Ukraine cede the Donbas region. Despite discussions, Zelenskyy and Ukraine's European allies remain firm in their stance against territorial concessions.
Key Facts
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is against ceding any land to Russia.
- U.S. President Trump suggests Ukraine should give up territory to Russia for peace.
- The disputed region is the Donbas area in eastern Ukraine.
- Zelenskyy is seeking more support from European countries, meeting leaders in Rome and London.
- Trump argues Russia has the "upper hand" and pressurizes for a solution.
- Ukrainian negotiators and officials remain largely silent on details of the U.S. proposal.
- The Vatican, led by Pope Leo XIV, calls for dialogue and peace efforts.
- Trump calls for Ukraine to hold presidential elections, even though current conditions make it difficult.
