Zelenskyy and Trump Meet in Florida to Discuss Ukraine Peace Plan Amid Intensified Russian Attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump met on Sunday at Mar-a-Lago in Florida to discuss a peace plan aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict in Ukraine. The meeting follows a significant escalation in Russian military actions, including a 10-hour barrage of missiles and drones targeting Kyiv, resulting in civilian casualties and substantial infrastructure damage.

Prior to the meeting, President Trump described a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin as "very productive," though specific details were not disclosed.

The discussions between Zelenskyy and Trump focused on security guarantees for Ukraine, economic agreements, and territorial issues, particularly concerning the contested Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Zelenskyy indicated that the 20-point peace plan under consideration is "about 90% ready," emphasizing the need to finalize the remaining details.

The meeting is part of a broader U.S.-led diplomatic effort to resolve the conflict, which has seen recent Russian advances in eastern Ukraine. Despite progress in negotiations, significant disagreements persist, especially regarding territorial control in the Donbas region.

European allies have been involved in parallel diplomatic efforts, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announcing $2.5 billion in aid for Ukraine and stressing the necessity of Russia's cooperation for a lasting peace.

The outcome of the Florida meeting remains uncertain, as both sides continue to navigate complex issues in pursuit of a resolution to the ongoing conflict.