Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Zelensky and Trump to meet as US envoy says ending war with Russia down to one issue

Zelensky and Trump to meet as US envoy says ending war with Russia down to one issue

Summary

President Donald Trump is meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Davos to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. The U.S. envoy, Steve Witkoff, mentioned that the war's resolution comes down to one key issue, possibly related to Ukraine's Donbas region. Talks also involve potential security guarantees and economic plans for Ukraine's post-war future.

Key Facts

  • President Trump will meet Ukraine's President Zelensky in Davos on Thursday.
  • U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff believes one main issue remains to end the war in Ukraine.
  • Discussions may focus on Ukraine's eastern region, Donbas, possibly creating a demilitarized zone.
  • Trump expressed optimism, saying Putin and Zelensky might reach a deal soon.
  • Zelensky had postponed his Davos visit due to Russian attacks on Kyiv's infrastructure.
  • Zelensky mentioned that a U.S. plan to end the war was almost complete.
  • Talks include Ukraine's security and future economic recovery plans.
  • There is concern over Trump's tensions with NATO allies affecting the peace process.

Source Information