“Talks with Russia/Ukraine are ongoing. The United States calls, in an ideal case, a 30-day unconditional suspension of weapons,” wrote Trump on the Truth Social platform after a telephone conversation with the President of Ukraine, Wołodylymier Zelnski. He also added: “Let's hope that the acceptable suspension of the weapon will be respected, and both countries will be responsible for respecting the holiness of these direct negotiations. If the suspension of the weapon is not respected, the United States and their partners will impose further sanctions.”
Trump pointed out that as the president he will continue to actively work to end the conflict, remaining in constant contact with European leaders. “This suspension of a weapon must ultimately head towards a peace agreement. All this can be done very quickly, and I will be available at any time if my services are needed” He assured.
Vance again threatened the US departure from the role of a mediator
Trump's words fell a day after the speech of vice president JD Vance, who during a conference in Washington emphasized that since Russia considered a truce contrary to their “strategic interest”, the US should “go beyond the obsession with a 30-day arms suspension” and focus on long-term solution. Vance also accused Russia of excessive demands, including an attempt to obtain control over territories that it does not occupy. During Thursday's interview for Fox News He repeated that if Moscow did not approach negotiations with due seriousness, the US can withdraw from the role of a mediator.
Trump's conversation with Zelanski was their first contact since the meeting at the funeral of Pope Francis. It took place just after the Ukrainian parliament approved a raw material agreement with the United States.
