PALM BEACH, Fla.– He US President Donald Trumpand the Ukrainian leader Volodimir Zelenskyended this Sunday a Key meetings in the club Sea-to-sea with signs of optimism, albeit measured, about what is possible End of the war.
Although Trump reiterated that both countries are doing so “much closer” of a pact and that it existed “A lot of progress”the path to peace still has to be overcome Territorial and security obstacles Criticism.
After almost three hours of conversations and a working lunch as Trump described the meeting “excellent” And “impressive” in a joint appearance in front of the press.
The focus of the discussion was on 20-point peace plan designed between Kyiv and Washington. According to the Ukrainian President, 90% of this document is already completedalthough he admitted that the 10% left represents the greatest technical and political challenges.
Among the points of greatest friction in concluding the pact are: territorial controlthe situation of the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant and the Security guarantees for Ukraine.
On this last axis, Trump promised a “solid agreement” which will have the direct participation of the European nations. The President of the United States described the leaders of the Old Continent as “fantastic” after deliberations before the meeting in Florida.
Before receiving Zelensky, Trump gave a speech 75 minute telephone conversation with the Russian President, Vladimir Putin.
This communication, prepared at the request of the White House, has been classified as “good and very constructive”.
During the call the Kremlin emphasized that a simple ceasefire is not enough because only would postpone hostilities. The Russian advisor Yuri Ushakov He pointed out that Kyiv needs to take a break “courageous political decision” regarding the region Donbass to achieve lasting peace.
Moscow is sticking to its demand for one complete withdrawal of Ukrainian troops in Donbass. Among the United States’ proposals is the creation of a free economic zone whether Ukraine will clear certain areas, although the operational details of this plan are still pending precise definitions.
For his part, Zelensky showed a significant opening by putting the possibility of one on the table referendum about the peace plan. This gesture suggests that the Ukrainian government is already does not rule out territorial concessions under certain conditions.
In addition, Zelensky expressed his willingness to organize it First elections in Ukraine since 2019as long as there are some Security guarantees necessary.
This measure responds to a direct request from Moscow which has the support of Trump. With these offers Kyiv is looking regain the diplomatic initiative and avoid distancing Trump from the Ukrainian position.
Despite the optimism in Florida, the international scene is presenting itself deep divisions. As Trump pushes for an end to the war, the Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrovpointed to European countries as the “Major obstacle to peace”.
In contrast, the Russian negotiator Kirill Dmitriev described the day as “important day” and attacked those he described it as “warmonger”.
The Kremlin prefers a direct negotiation with Trump and marginalizes European mediation. The Russian war economyaffected by international sanctions depends on a Revitalize relationships with Washington. However, the American corporate sector maintains its position skepticism about the potential for a short-term return to the Russian market.
There remains uncertainty as to whether the 20 point plan will finally receive Putin’s support. The constant attacks on Ukrainian soil raise doubts about the Kremlin’s genuine interest in peace.
In the face of criticism about the intensity of the recent Russian offensive, Trump recalled this “Kyiv was also hit hard”. The American president insists that the war is in his hands final phases and both Zelensky and Putin “They want the agreement”.
ANSA agency
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