President Trump pledged that the U.S. would help guarantee Ukraine’s security in any future peace agreement. The specifics remain unspecified. European allies also joined the summit and urged a ceasefire. Zelenskiy welcomed the guarantee and said it would be formalized “within the next week to 10 days,” along with a $90 billion purchase of U.S. weapons. Trump is arranging potential trilateral talks with Putin and Zelenskiy, possibly in Hungary, although Russia has ruled out NATO troop involvement.
2. The Guardian – “Four key takeaways from Trump’s White House summit on Ukraine”
Trump is facilitating the possibility of a meeting between Zelenskiy and Putin, with reports suggesting Putin may be ready to meet within two weeks. Discussions included U.S. involvement in Ukraine’s security via European-led guarantees, with the U.S. as a key partner. Zelenskiy agreed to a $90 billion weapons deal and expansion of Ukraine’s drone program—steps viewed as bolstering U.S. defense industries.
3. AP News – “Takeaways from Trump’s meeting with Zelenskyy and Europeans”
Trump supported European-led security guarantees but reaffirmed opposition to NATO membership for Ukraine. Zelenskiy welcomed the show of support, though major issues—territorial disputes and future defense posture—remain unresolved. A more cordial tone marked this meeting compared to their tense February Oval Office encounter. Trump suggested a future direct meeting between Zelenskiy and Putin.
4. AP News – “Trump begins planning for Putin-Zelenskyy meeting while affirming US help with security guarantees”
Trump announced plans for a direct meeting between Putin and Zelenskiy to advance peace talks and reiterated U.S. support for a NATO-like security structure led by Europe. While Trump avoided committing U.S. troops, the proposal included U.S. involvement in a European-led arrangement. Critics fear Trump may pressure Ukraine into concessions, especially given his recent meeting in Alaska with Putin.
