Trump Vows to End Ukraine War if Elected
Pledge to Bring Peace
Donald Trump stated that he had a “very good call” with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday. Trump pledged to end the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia if he is elected president. He posted on Truth Social that his presidency would “bring peace to the world and end the war that has cost so many lives.” Trump believes that “both sides will be able to come together and negotiate a deal that ends the violence and paves a path forward to prosperity.”
Details on the Call
Zelenskiy confirmed their conversation on social media platform X, congratulating Trump on securing the presidential nomination. He condemned the recent assassination attempt on Trump and agreed to arrange a meeting in person to discuss “what steps can make peace fair and truly lasting.”
Trump’s Approach to the Conflict
Though Trump has not offered specific details on how he would achieve peace, he has repeatedly claimed he could end the war quickly. In an interview with Reuters last year, he suggested that Ukraine might have to cede some territory to reach a peace agreement.
Zelenskiy’s Position
Zelenskiy expressed his gratitude for US military assistance in his social media post but did not reference any efforts to end the conflict. He emphasized the importance of bipartisan and bicameral American support for Ukraine’s freedom and independence. Zelenskiy reiterated his stance against negotiating with Russia while Russian troops remain in Ukraine. He proposed a peace plan that calls for the withdrawal of Russian troops and the restoration of Ukraine’s 1991 post-Soviet borders.
Current Situation
Russian troops currently occupy about 20 percent of Ukrainian territory. Despite ongoing conflict, Moscow’s forces have made incremental gains in the east of Ukraine, notably capturing the key city of Avdiivka in February.
Trump’s statements on Ukraine and his potential foreign policy strategies will likely continue to be a significant topic of discussion and scrutiny as the election approaches.