Trump tells Ukraine to give up on NATO and Crimea ahead of Zelenskiy meeting
Summary
US President Donald Trump urged Ukraine to relinquish claims on annexed Crimea and NATO membership ahead of a key meeting with President Zelenskiy and European leaders in Washington to push for a peace deal with Russia.
Key Points
- US President Donald Trump told Ukraine to give up hopes of reclaiming Crimea and joining NATO before meeting President Zelenskiy.
- Trump is pressing Ukraine to accept a peace deal with Russia amid Europe's deadliest war in 80 years.
- Trump hosted European leaders in Washington to show solidarity with Ukraine and discuss post-war security guarantees.
- President Zelenskiy rejected Russian proposals and seeks an immediate ceasefire to conduct deeper peace talks.
