U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up an hour-long call Wednesday morning with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy, expressing optimism that discussions on a partial ceasefire are "very much on track."
The conversation followed Trump's productive phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin just a day earlier, where both leaders agreed that peace in Ukraine could begin with an energy and infrastructure ceasefire designed to align the needs and requests of the involved parties.
During the call, Trump pointed out that much of the discussion built on the insights from his talk with Putin, adding that more details would be released shortly. His remarks underscored a clear intent to harmonize efforts between Russia and Ukraine for a smoother path toward peace.
In a related statement, Zelenskyy affirmed that Ukraine supports any proposal leading to a lasting and just peace. However, he stressed that Ukraine's direct involvement in the negotiations is crucial, stating that without it, reaching an agreement would be futile.
Meanwhile, the situation on the ground remains volatile as Ukraine and Russia exchanged aerial assaults overnight. These events serve as a stark reminder of the continuing tensions while high-level dialogues aim to steer the region toward calm.
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Trump says 'very much on track' after phone call with Zelenskyy
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