Zelensky and Trump to Meet in Florida as Peace Talks Near Critical Stage
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday, as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine intensify. The talks come amid continued Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, highlighting the contrast between active negotiations and ongoing hostilities.
Purpose of the Meeting
The meeting, arranged on short notice, follows weeks of intensive consultations led by US envoys. Washington is working to finalize a peace framework originally proposed by Trump last month and later revised by Kyiv. US officials say the majority of provisions have already been agreed, suggesting the negotiations are at an advanced stage.
Key Outstanding Issues
Several sensitive questions remain unresolved, including potential territorial compromises and the future of the Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Zelensky has indicated that any decision affecting Ukraine’s borders would require a nationwide referendum, provided a ceasefire is reached.
Security Guarantees
Another central topic is a package of security guarantees aimed at preventing renewed Russian aggression. US and European officials have been discussing arrangements that would go beyond previous commitments, with Washington considering bringing the proposed guarantees before Congress.
Outlook
Russia will not be represented at the Florida talks, and its readiness to agree to a ceasefire remains unclear. Nevertheless, US officials say the Zelensky–Trump meeting is expected to help close remaining gaps and shape a framework that could move the peace process closer to a breakthrough.
