Trump and Zelensky appear more upbeat - but show little evidence that peace is near

Published: 12/29/2025
Trump and Zelensky appear more upbeat - but show little evidence that peace is near
Trump and Zelensky's recent meeting showed optimism but little progress towards peace in Ukraine. The presidents had a positive discussion, but no evidence of concrete advancements was revealed. While Zelensky has not accepted demands for territorial concessions publicly, the key issues of security guarantees and Russia's potential rejection of agreements cast doubt on the likelihood of achieving lasting peace in Ukraine.