Trump and Zelensky Meet to Iron Out Peace Plan, but Deal Remains Elusive

In December 2025, U.S. President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago to discuss a revised U.S.-Ukraine peace plan aimed at ending the nearly four-year war with Russia. Trump expressed optimism about a potential deal, stating it could be finalized within weeks, while Zelensky emphasized the importance of security guarantees for Ukraine. However, Russia has rejected some terms of the proposal, and significant obstacles remain regarding President Putin's willingness to agree to the framework. Trump stated he spoke with Putin for over two hours and believes Putin wants a deal. European leaders also participated in discussions, but a major breakthrough has not yet been achieved.