WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has started arranging a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss ending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. On Monday, Trump said the U.S. would support European security guarantees to prevent future invasions. Details are still evolving, but European leaders express cautious optimism about Trump’s efforts after their meeting at the White House. French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted the U.S. commitment to security guarantees as a key outcome. Trump spoke with Putin during the talks with Zelenskyy and European leaders. Concerns remain that Trump might pressure Ukraine into concessions. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for U.S. involvement in security guarantees for Ukraine.
