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Zelensky Questions Trump’s Role in Ukraine Peace Talks

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In an unexpected turn, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has publicly questioned the potential role of former President Donald Trump in the ongoing peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. Zelensky’s comments come as Trump has positioned himself as a potential peace broker, claiming he could end the war quickly through direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

While Zelensky has praised Trump’s ability to engage in diplomacy, he has expressed concerns about the feasibility of Trump’s peace proposals, particularly the idea that a deal could be reached within a matter of hours. “It’s easy to promise peace, but the reality on the ground is much more complicated,” Zelensky remarked during a press conference in Kyiv.

The Reality of Peace Negotiations

Zelensky’s remarks underscore the complexities involved in ending the war. The conflict has resulted in immense loss of life, severe economic disruption, and widespread destruction, with many Ukrainian cities reduced to rubble. For Zelensky, the challenge of peace talks is not just about finding a quick resolution, but about ensuring that Ukraine’s sovereignty is protected in any deal with Russia.

Trump’s claims that he could negotiate a ceasefire in a matter of hours have been met with skepticism from many foreign policy experts. The former president has suggested that his personal relationship with Putin could help end the war swiftly, but Zelensky has pointed out that Russia has shown no interest in peaceful negotiations that respect Ukraine’s territorial integrity.

For Zelensky, the priority remains clear: any peace agreement must ensure Ukraine’s independence and sovereignty, without which peace would be nothing more than an illusion.