Trump Promises U.S. Support for Ukraine’s Security in Future Peace Deal with Russia
Key Highlights
Trump pledges U.S. backing to help Europe secure Ukraine in a peace deal.
Zelenskiy calls it a “major step forward” and expects written guarantees soon.
European leaders urge a ceasefire before direct talks with Russia.
Putin and Zelenskiy could meet in Hungary within two weeks.
A New Chapter in U.S.-Ukraine Relations
WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump has promised that America will help guarantee Ukraine’s security as part of any peace agreement to end Russia’s ongoing war. The assurance came on Monday (18 August) during a high-profile summit at the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and several European leaders.
The announcement follows Trump’s recent meeting in Alaska with Russian President Vladimir Putin, sparking renewed hopes – but also scepticism – about possible peace negotiations.
“When it comes to security, there’s going to be a lot of help,” Trump told reporters. He stressed that Europe would take the lead as the “first line of defence,” but the U.S. would stand firmly behind them.
Zelenskiy Welcomes Strong Signal from Trump
President Zelenskiy described the U.S. commitment as “a major step forward”, confirming that the security guarantees would be formalised within the next 7–10 days.
He also revealed that Ukraine has offered to purchase nearly $90 billion worth of U.S. weapons, underlining Kyiv’s determination to strengthen its defences.
This summit marked a significant shift in tone from February’s Oval Office meeting, when Trump and Vice President JD Vance had publicly criticised Zelenskiy. This time, Trump welcomed him warmly, even complimenting the Ukrainian leader’s suit – a symbolic break from past tensions.
European Leaders Push for Ceasefire
European leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron, joined the Washington talks to show solidarity with Kyiv. They strongly urged Trump to push Putin towards a ceasefire before any meaningful peace deal could be discussed.
Macron reminded participants:
“When we speak about security guarantees, we speak about the whole security of the European continent.”
However, Trump appeared less committed to this demand. While saying he “liked the concept of a ceasefire,” he argued that negotiations could move forward even while fighting continued, suggesting a pause could disadvantage one side strategically.
Possible Putin-Zelenskiy Meeting in Hungary
One of the most striking developments came when Trump revealed that Putin had suggested a direct meeting with Zelenskiy, followed by a trilateral summit including Trump himself.
According to German Chancellor Merz, the first meeting between Putin and Zelenskiy could take place in Hungary within the next two weeks. If confirmed, it would be the first high-level direct talks since failed negotiations in Turkey in June.
The Kremlin has not yet publicly confirmed the proposal, but Russian aide Yuri Ushakov said discussions were under way to raise the level of Ukraine-Russia talks.
Ukraine’s Stance on Peace Proposals
Despite these diplomatic movements, a breakthrough appears far from certain. Ukraine has already rejected elements of Putin’s proposals, which reportedly include Kyiv handing over the remaining Russian-controlled parts of Donetsk.
President Zelenskiy has made clear that any territorial concessions would require a public referendum, making such outcomes politically challenging.
NATO leaders also clarified that while Ukraine’s membership bid is not under immediate discussion, NATO-style security guarantees – similar to Article 5 protections – could be offered instead.
Trump Pressures for Quick Peace
Trump has repeatedly called for an end to what he described as “Europe’s deadliest war in 80 years.” But critics fear he may push Ukraine into an agreement more favourable to Moscow, especially after rolling out the red carpet for Putin in Alaska.
Kyiv and Western allies remain cautious, stressing that Russia’s invasion in 2022 was an act of aggression, not a “special military operation” as Moscow continues to claim.
The war has already claimed or injured more than a million people, including thousands of civilians, and devastated huge parts of Ukraine.
What Comes Next?
Trump has begun arranging direct talks between Putin and Zelenskiy.
European leaders are calling for a ceasefire before peace negotiations.
Ukraine is preparing to finalise security guarantees with the U.S. within days.
The world is waiting to see whether these moves mark the start of genuine peace or simply another round of failed talks.
For now, Zelenskiy has welcomed Trump’s promises, but the road ahead looks uncertain, with many complex negotiations still to come.
References
Reuters report, 18 August 2025
Statements from the White House, Kyiv, and European leaders
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