Trump Seeks to End Ukraine War in 24 Hours, Engages Putin and Xi for Peace

Jan 21, 2025, 04:23 PM

President Donald Trump, shortly after his inauguration, expressed intentions to engage with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine within 24 hours. Trump has publicly stated his goal to end the war as quickly as possible, mentioning that he urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to help settle the issue. He also indicated a willingness to meet with Putin, though no specific timeline was provided. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has acknowledged Trump's efforts, noting that he hopes for a peace deal but is concerned about pro-Russian influences within Trump's circle. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of European voices in influencing Trump's decisions regarding the conflict.