Overview

• President Trump has proposed a peace deal that would require Ukraine to cede significant mineral resources and accept terms favorable to Russia, drawing criticism from Kyiv.
• Ukrainian President Zelensky has publicly clashed with Trump, rejecting the mineral wealth deal and accusing the U.S. president of spreading Russian disinformation.
• Trump has called Zelensky a 'dictator' and suggested Ukraine bears responsibility for the war, a stance that has alarmed Western allies and raised concerns about U.S. support for Ukraine.
• High-level negotiations involving U.S., Russian, and Ukrainian officials have taken place, with Trump prioritizing direct talks with Russia and sidelining Ukraine in some discussions.
• European leaders are grappling with the implications of the U.S. policy shift, fearing it could weaken Ukraine’s position and embolden Russia’s demands for territorial concessions.