At Davos, Zelenskyy and Trump Discuss Peace Deal, Air Defense, and US-Russia Contacts

Meeting of Ukrainian and US Presidents

According to Главком: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump held a meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Their discussions centered on key issues, including a potential peace agreement, bolstering Ukraine's air defense systems (AD), and Trump's upcoming contacts with Russia. During the forum, Zelenskyy also urged European leaders to take action against Russia's shadow fleet of tankers and to strengthen their own defense capabilities.

Key Discussion Points

The talks included the work of officials involved in the peace process. Donald Trump informed Zelenskyy of a planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled for the day after their conversation. Zelenskyy stressed the importance of protecting Ukrainian lives and continuing joint diplomatic efforts. He thanked the US for a previous package of air defense missiles and expressed hope for additional deliveries.

"Virtually every day there are meetings or communications. The documents are even more prepared" – Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Trump, for his part, noted that "the meeting was very good. Everyone wants an end to the war." Despite these discussions, the topic of Ukraine's potential accession to a Peace Council did not come up during their meeting, even though Ukraine has received an invitation to join. A final decision on participation has not yet been made.

This high-level meeting at the World Economic Forum underscores the critical role of international support for Ukraine's security and the pursuit of a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The measures discussed could prove pivotal for the future trajectory of the situation in the region, particularly regarding engagement with Russia. The ongoing uncertainty surrounding Ukraine's role in the Peace Council may also influence future strategic security decisions.