
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Monday that in a bid to end the war between Russia and Ukraine, he plans to set up a direct meeting between the two countries' leaders, followed by a trilateral meeting in which he would take part. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
Main Idea: Trump pushed Volodymyr Zelenskyy toward a peace deal on the war in Ukraine and said he would try to arrange direct talks with Russia's leader, followed by a trilateral meeting with him.
Key Points:
Trump’s push for a rushed peace deal could raise worries about higher US costs if security guarantees, aid, or military support grow.
A real end to the war could lower energy and market shocks and reduce the risk of a wider conflict that would hurt US households and workers.
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Central actor; he is pressing for a peace deal, meeting with Zelenskyy and European leaders, and calling Putin.
International organization represented by its president in the talks.
Named European leader present in the White House discussions.
Named European leader present in the White House discussions.
Named European leader present in the White House discussions.
Named NATO leader participating in the White House discussions.
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Named European leader present in the White House discussions.
Named European Commission leader participating in the White House discussions.