U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a major diplomatic development, stating that he is actively working to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the table for direct peace talks scheduled for tomorrow.
Speaking at the Trump-Putin Summit in Alaska, President Trump expressed optimism that progress can be made in resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, now in its fourth year.
“I think President Putin wants to make a deal,” Trump told reporters. “We’ve had very productive conversations, and I believe President Zelenskyy is ready to talk. It’s time to find peace.”
The White House confirmed that Trump’s team is working behind the scenes to establish a neutral negotiation framework, possibly under U.S. mediation, with a goal of reducing hostilities, restoring territorial stability, and halting further civilian suffering.
Second Round of Talks in the Works
The summit in Alaska marked the second direct engagement between Trump and Putin since Trump returned to office in 2025. The president revealed that a three-way follow-up meeting with Zelenskyy is also being planned, signaling growing momentum toward a potential breakthrough.
While few details have been released, insiders say the talks will focus on ceasefire arrangements, border disputes, and the future of NATO’s presence in Eastern Europe.
Global Attention on Alaska Talks
With the eyes of the international community fixed on Alaska, this marks one of the most high-stakes diplomatic efforts of Trump’s presidency. The conflict in Ukraine has reshaped global security, strained economies, and led to thousands of casualties.
Trump, who has long touted his ability to broker deals, said his administration is committed to “ending endless wars” and restoring diplomatic channels where previous administrations failed.
“We’re not just talking we’re trying to end a war,” Trump added.
Reactions Mixed Across the Globe
Initial responses to the summit have been mixed. Some Western allies remain skeptical of Putin’s intentions, while others cautiously welcome any effort to reduce bloodshed and reopen negotiations. Ukrainian officials have not confirmed their participation in tomorrow’s meeting but have not denied the possibility.
Russian state media, meanwhile, has praised the U.S. effort to “de-escalate the Western narrative” and acknowledge Russia’s security concerns.
