Trump set to meet with world leaders in DC this week as Russia-Ukraine peace talks continue

President Donald Trump is gearing up for another eventful week as he prepares to meet with foreign leaders in Washington, D.C. to discuss a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. The administration is working tirelessly to broker a deal that will bring an end to the ongoing conflict in the region.

National security advisor Mike Waltz announced that Trump will be meeting with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron in the coming days. This comes after Macron called for an emergency meeting of world leaders in response to Europe being excluded from the negotiation process between Ukraine and Russia.

Waltz praised Trump for driving a shift in the conversation surrounding the war, emphasizing that the president’s involvement has led to productive discussions among all parties involved. The administration has been actively engaged in negotiations with Russian officials in an effort to find a resolution to the conflict.

Last week, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and President Vladimir Putin’s foreign affairs advisor Yuri Ushakov in Riyadh to discuss potential solutions. However, Ukraine was notably absent from the talks, prompting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to assert that his nation must be included in any peace negotiations.

Zelenskyy has been vocal about Ukraine’s role in the peace process, insisting that his country cannot accept a deal that is negotiated without their input. Trump has also expressed frustration with Zelenskyy, criticizing his negotiating tactics and questioning his effectiveness in securing a resolution to the conflict.

Despite the tension between Trump and Zelenskyy, the administration remains focused on achieving a peace deal this week. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt expressed confidence that negotiations with both sides of the conflict are progressing, and a resolution could be reached soon.

As Trump prepares to meet with Starmer and Macron, European leaders are closely monitoring the situation. Macron has indicated that he will take a firm stance with Trump during their meeting, emphasizing the need for strong leadership in the face of Russian aggression.

Starmer echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing that Ukraine must be a central part of any peace talks. The international community is hopeful that a resolution can be reached that will bring an end to the bloodshed and ensure a secure future for the people of Ukraine.

Overall, the administration is committed to working towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. With Trump leading the way, there is hope that a deal can be reached that will bring an end to the suffering and pave the way for a brighter future in the region.