Zelensky says he's ready for Putin talks as Europe welcomes Trump's security guarantees https://t.co/BmGHOZomox ...

Geopolitical Analysis - European leaders demonstrate solidarity with Ukraine, especially after a meeting in Anchorage [1] - European leaders are nervous about the change in tone from Donald Trump regarding a ceasefire [1] - A ceasefire is essential for serious negotiations between Russia and Ukraine [3][8] - Significant disagreements exist regarding a ceasefire, territorial concessions to Russia, and security guarantees for Ukraine [2][4] - Donald Trump's position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict appears to have changed after a meeting with Vladimir Putin [6][7] - European leaders emphasize the importance of a ceasefire for trust in negotiations [8] - The US is potentially prepared to offer Article 5-like security guarantees to Ukraine, but not directly from NATO [9] - NATO membership for Ukraine faces obstacles, including the need for unanimous consent from all NATO members and Russian opposition [12] - European leaders aim to publicly signal their commitment to Ukraine's integrity and sovereignty to Donald Trump and members of Congress [16] - Donald Trump seems to be adopting Vladimir Putin's positions on Ukraine, prioritizing a settlement over Ukraine's territorial integrity [17] Political Commentary - Donald Trump is perceived as intimidated by Vladimir Putin and admires his strength [7] - Donald Trump is viewed as an unserious statesman who undermines the credibility of the United States [21][22]

Moderator of Meet the Press, Kristen Welker, just sat down exclusively with French President Emanuel Mcronone just moments ago following those lengthy peace talks at the White House today. She pressed him on that hot mic moment with President Trump that we saw earlier and whether a ceasefire needs to be reached to hold the trilateral meeting and the role French and American troops could play in the effort to maintain peace. Take a listen.President Trump was overheard on a microphone talking to you and he sa ...

Geopolitical & Security - Ukraine is reportedly prepared to offer $100 billion in purchases of US weapon systems to secure a deal with the United States for security guarantees [2] - The financing for the $100 billion weapon systems purchase is suggested to come from the European side [2] US-Europe Relations - The US President invited European leaders into the Oval Office for a tour after the formal meeting concluded, indicating ongoing conversations [3][4] - The meeting breaking up suggests the formal part is over, but informal discussions continue [3][4] Potential Economic Impact - The proposed deal might appeal to President Trump's deal-making sensibility to improve the economic situation for American manufacturers [2]

all of the wonderful things that took place today. We've had a very successful day thus far and important discussions as we work to end the killing and stop the war in Ukraine. We're all working for the same goal.Very simple goal. We want to stop the killing, get this settled. I've uh just had the uh honor of being with President Zalinski and all of the uh discussions that we've had. We covered a lot of territory and uh I spoke indirectly with President Putin today.We're going to call President Putin right ...

Thank you so much. I can't uh speak without microphone. Thank you so much.I think that we had very good conversation with President Trump. Very good. And it really was the best one uh or sorry maybe the best one will be in the future but it was really good and we spoke about very sensitive points.Uh the first one is security guarantees and we are very happy with president that all the leaders are here and the security in Ukraine depends on the United States and on you and on those leaders who are with us in ...

The Alaska summit reinforced my belief that while difficult, peace within reach and I believe that in a very significant step, President Putin agreed that Russia would accept security guarantees for Ukraine and this is one of the key points that we need to consider and we're going to be considering that at the table also like who will do What. ...

What security guarantees do you need from President Trump to be able to make a deal. Is it American troops, intelligent equipment. What is it.Everything. Uh really we it's it's uh includes two part first strong Ukrainian army. That what I began to discuss with your colleagues and it's a lot about weapon and then people and training missions and intelligence.And second it will we will discuss with our partners. It depends on the big countries, on the United States, on on a lot of our. ...

guarantees do you need from President Trump to be able to make a deal. Is it American troops, intelligent equipment. What is it.Everything really we it's it's includes two part first strong Ukrainian army. that what I began to discuss with your colleagues and it's a lot about weapon and then people and training missions and intelligence and second it will we will discuss with our partners it depends on the big countries on the United States on on a lot of our. ...

Security Guarantees & International Cooperation - Security guarantees are being discussed with seven leaders of great countries [1] - There will be a lot of help when it comes to security [1] - The involvement of US troops in security guarantees is a possibility, details to be revealed later [1] European Defense & US Involvement - European countries are the first line of defense [2] - The US will help them out and be involved [2]