Kremlin plans trilateral meeting between Putin, Trump and Xi at APEC summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed belief in U.S. President Donald Trump's ability to sway Vladimir Putin, although he asserted that stronger actions are required to bring about peace in Ukraine. Zelenskyy opined that Putin comprehends the language of coercion, emphasizing that he responds well to pressure and stringent measures.

During a speech at the Berlin Security Conference, Zelenskyy proposed employing such tactics to sway Putin. He also voiced optimism that post-U.S. elections, Trump would prioritize achieving peace in Ukraine. Zelenskyy underscored the necessity of engaging Europe in the peace negotiations, asserting that without Europe's involvement, it is unfeasible to ensure security across the continent.

Zelenskyy reiterated that any discourse on Ukraine is incomplete without acknowledging Ukraine's role, similarly, any discourse on European security is incomplete without Europe's contribution.