During a recent meeting in New York between Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former President Donald Trump, a “very productive” discussion took place regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine since Russia’s invasion over two and a half years ago. Zelenskyy emphasized a shared belief with Trump that the war in Ukraine must be stopped, and that Ukrainians must prevail over Putin. However, it is unclear if a genuine consensus was reached behind the scenes.
Trump, who is seeking re-election, has previously made claims of a magic-wand type peace agreement that would be quickly agreed upon by all sides. Kamala Harris, Trump’s Democratic rival, warned Zelenskyy against accepting “proposals of surrender,” indirectly signaling towards Trump’s approach.
The meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy comes amidst a charged political landscape in the US, with developments including criminal charges unsealed against three Iranian operatives for hacking Trump’s campaign, Harris and Trump tied in polls in North Carolina, and New York City Mayor Eric Adams pleading not guilty to corruption charges following his indictment. Harris is also set to visit the US-Mexico border in Arizona, with a new ad highlighting her past experience in prosecuting drug traffickers.
Overall, the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump was a significant diplomatic event, but questions remain regarding the true intentions and potential outcomes of the discussions between the two leaders.
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