In a recent press briefing at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the ongoing war in Ukraine, with Trump suggesting that the conflict could be resolved within weeks. Trump emphasized that there was no issue with European forces being deployed as peacekeepers in Ukraine, offering a potential path to an end to the hostilities.
He also confirmed the possibility of meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “this week or next week” and revealed plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin “at some point” in the future. Trump’s remarks on resolving the war highlighted his belief in a potential resolution, though he remained non-committal on the details of any negotiations.
When asked whether he would call Putin a “dictator,” Trump replied, “I don’t use those words lightly,” before adding that both Ukraine and Russia might have a chance at finding a “very good solution” to the crisis. He also warned that an unresolved war between the two nations could lead to a “Third World War.”
Macron, in contrast, expressed concern over the lack of stability and underscored the importance of U.S. involvement in reaching a long-term peace agreement. He stated that France was prepared to offer security guarantees to Ukraine but stressed that strong U.S. engagement would be key in ensuring peace.
As the war continues to impact global security, both leaders agreed that Europe must step up its defense efforts, with the full backing of the United States to secure a peaceful future for Ukraine.
