WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the war in Ukraine in a crucial meeting at the White House. The meeting came as the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine is being marked. The international community is watching the meeting as it could play a key role in determining the future of the Ukraine crisis.
Conditions for establishing peace
French President Emmanuel Macron made it clear at the press conference, “Peace does not mean the surrender of Ukraine. It will be a solution based on justice. We want a peace in which Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity remain intact.”
Macron's statement carries an important message for Ukraine. The European Union and NATO members have long supported Ukraine, and Macron's comments reiterated that commitment.
Trump's diplomatic stance
On the other hand, President Trump emphasized the importance of a diplomatic solution. He said, "We want to end the war, but it has to be on terms acceptable to both sides. The United States will continue to make every effort possible to establish peace."
The Trump administration has continued to provide military aid to Ukraine, but he has pushed for diplomatic talks to avoid prolonging the war. Earlier, he had also raised the possibility of direct talks with Russia to resolve the Ukraine crisis.
Ukraine's future and international reaction
The two leaders discussed military assistance to Ukraine, economic reconstruction, and a strategy to end the war. NATO and European Union member states also agreed that it was important to continue supporting Ukraine.
According to analysts, the outcome of this meeting carries an important signal for the international community. The discussions have made it clear what role the United States and European powers will play in determining the future of Ukraine.
At the end of the meeting, the two leaders agreed that the war should end, but it must be just and lasting. They pledged to continue military and humanitarian assistance, in addition to increasing diplomatic efforts.
The meeting is seen as an important step in resolving the Ukraine crisis. There was a detailed discussion on how the international community can play a role in ending the war and finding a lasting solution.
