In a recent statement, former President Donald Trump expressed a cautious optimism regarding a potential agreement, suggesting that negotiations are nearly complete. “We are 95 percent of the way there,” Trump remarked, indicating that European nations are expected to assume a significant role in this effort, with support from the United States.

“It’s unresolved, but it’s getting a lot closer. That’s a very tough issue,” Trump admitted, acknowledging the complexity of the situation.

Against the backdrop of mounting pressure from Russian air raids on Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his way to Mar-a-Lago on Monday AEDT. The visit underscores the urgency of ongoing conflicts affecting Ukraine.

Prior to the meeting, Zelenskyy informed journalists of his intentions to address several critical issues with Trump. These include the contentious status of Ukraine’s Donbas region, the future of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, and other pressing matters.

Ukraine remains firm in its desire to maintain the current front-line positions as the map’s basis, reflecting the nation’s strategic priorities in the ongoing conflict.

Russia claims more battlefield advances

Ukraine wants the map frozen at the current front lines.