US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida on Sunday to discuss Ukraine’s new 20-point peace plan aimed at resolving the conflict with Russia. Trump, asserting his role in any potential agreement, mentioned that Zelensky’s proposals would need his approval for progress.
Zelensky, who plans to present a revised peace framework during the meeting, stopped over in Canada before heading to Florida for discussions with Trump. The Ukrainian leader expressed optimism about the talks, aiming to finalize key points while acknowledging uncertainties about reaching a concrete agreement.
Trump anticipated productive discussions with Zelensky and hinted at potential engagement with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He highlighted Washington’s pivotal role in the peace efforts, emphasizing the economic challenges faced by Russia. Zelensky, in preparation for the meeting, engaged in diplomatic dialogues with various leaders to align positions and ensure Ukraine’s commitment to peace.
The upcoming meeting follows Zelensky’s interactions with US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, describing the exchanges as positive. Zelensky indicated that the 20-point plan, jointly developed by Ukrainian and US officials, is nearly finalized, focusing on security guarantees and flexibility in negotiations without compromising territorial integrity.
Discussions during the talks are expected to cover critical issues such as the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and control of Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region. Despite Ukraine’s willingness to demonstrate flexibility, Russia has not shown readiness to accept the proposed terms, indicating ongoing challenges in reaching a consensus.
