Public statements from Volodymyr Zelensky or official Ukrainian government releases

Trump Pledges to End Ukraine War in 24 Hours, Claims Zelensky Seeks Peace Deal

Jan 21, 2025, 01:08 AM

On the eve of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump reiterated his intention to swiftly end the war in Ukraine. Trump has promised to resolve the conflict within a day of taking office, stating, "I will end the war in Ukraine and prevent World War III." His special envoy on Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, indicated that the sides could reach an agreement within 100 days of the start of Trump's presidency. He has instructed his aides to arrange a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss a potential face-to-face meeting aimed at peace negotiations. Trump also claimed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed a willingness to "make a deal" to end the war. Putin, in turn, has stated that Russia desires a "lasting peace" in Ukraine and is open to dialogue that addresses the root causes of the conflict. Despite these developments, skepticism remains regarding Trump's ability to deliver on his promises, as the war continues beyond his inauguration day.