Trump-Putin Summit Sparks Hopes of a Ukraine Peace Deal
The Trump-Putin summit in Alaska has become the most talked-about global event of the week. It was the first time Russian President Vladimir Putin visited a Western country since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war. The meeting focused on moving beyond a temporary ceasefire toward a long-term Ukraine peace deal.
What Was Discussed
Putin reportedly suggested that Ukraine accept Russian control over parts of the east, including Donetsk and Luhansk, and drop its NATO membership goal. In return, Russia would stop military advances elsewhere and even pull back from some areas like Sumy and Kharkiv. After the talks, Donald Trump said all sides agreed it was time to “go directly to a Peace Agreement, not just a Ceasefire Agreement.”
Security Guarantees
One of the biggest surprises from the Trump-Putin summit was the idea of NATO-style security guarantees for Ukraine. Trump’s envoy mentioned that Putin showed openness to this proposal, which could give Ukraine strong protection similar to Article 5 guarantees. This would be a major shift in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Zelensky’s Position
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected giving up land. After a long call with Trump, he said Ukraine is ready for “constructive cooperation” but insisted sovereignty must be respected. Zelensky will meet Trump in Washington, joined by European leaders pushing for strong security commitments.
Impact:
The Trump-Putin summit might be the closest step yet toward peace. Global markets and leaders could react positively, but everything depends on Zelensky and Europe’s response in the coming days.
