US President Donald Trump spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO leaders after his Alaska summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The meeting ended without any deal to stop Russia’s war in Ukraine. Trump welcomed Putin with a grand reception but could not secure a ceasefire or real progress toward peace.
Trump said, “There’s no deal until there’s a deal,” after Putin claimed the two leaders had reached an “understanding” on Ukraine. Putin also warned Europe not to “torpedo the nascent progress.” The summit left the world wondering if any real breakthrough took place.
Zelensky and Europe Now in Focus
Before leaving Alaska, Trump told Fox News that the responsibility to make progress might now rest on Zelensky. He also said European countries would play a role. His remarks showed that the US has limited power to move the peace process forward.
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Back in Washington, Trump did not speak to reporters. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said he had a long call with Zelensky and later spoke with NATO leaders. There were no immediate comments from Zelensky or European officials.
Trump’s Diplomacy Under the Spotlight
The Alaska summit highlighted Trump’s style of diplomacy. He meets world leaders directly and often in big, high-profile settings. However, the outcome is still unknown.
Trump had indicated that he wanted to engage in negotiations, but he returned without making any legally enforceable promises. The disparity between words and actions was another issue raised throughout the meeting.
Who Holds the Responsibility?
Trump said Ukraine, led by Zelensky, must take action to move peace forward. He also stressed that Europe would help, but gave no clear plan for the US role.
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This raises questions about America’s influence and credibility. Allies may wonder whether Washington can lead effectively or not. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to face heavy strain as the war goes on.
Peace Remains Elusive
The Alaska summit drew global attention but delivered no real resolution. Trump is still involved, as evidenced by his calls to Zelenskyy and NATO, but it’s unclear where things will go. As the war continues, cities along Ukraine’s 600-mile front line are continuously under bombardment.
Despite contact, no significant progress is being achieved. As Ukraine and Europe wait for concrete action, what transpires next will determine Trump’s standing as a peacemaker.
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