Trump Says Ukraine and Russia Must Find a Solution Themselves
The U.S. President told European leaders that Washington will not impose conditions and that the countries must reach an agreement on their own.
During a recent conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and leaders of several European countries, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Ukraine and Russia must find a resolution to the conflict on their own. This was reported by The New York Times, citing sources familiar with the negotiations. According to Trump, the United States will not dictate the terms of a settlement and will not play a dominant role in the peace process.
Speaking to European leaders, Trump emphasized that the key to ending the conflict lies in the hands of the involved parties. He noted that the U.S. remains ready to support dialogue but is not willing to take full responsibility for its outcome. The statement has become a subject of diplomatic discussion and sparked various reactions among Washington’s allies.
According to the Financial Times, the Trump administration is also considering stepping back from active participation in Russia-Ukraine negotiations. Sources say the U.S. president is seeking politically justifiable ways to distance himself from the process in order to avoid domestic criticism and focus on domestic issues. A model is being considered in which the U.S. remains formally involved in consultations but refrains from pressuring either side.
This approach has already raised concerns among European allies, who fear that a reduced U.S. role could weaken Ukraine’s negotiating position and increase pressure from Russia. Analysts note the potential for growing tensions in transatlantic relations, especially ahead of upcoming discussions within NATO and the G7.
No official response has yet come from Ukraine. Earlier, President Zelensky stressed the importance of international support and mediation in negotiations, including U.S. and European involvement.
Diplomats point out that Trump’s statements could reshape the architecture of future talks and alter the balance of power in diplomatic formats. Some experts believe that Washington may delegate the initiative to other countries, particularly Turkey, which has actively offered to host direct negotiations.
The discussion of approaches to resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains a central issue on the international agenda. The U.S. position largely determines the level of support for Ukraine and the extent of Western unity in a common strategy.
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