Geneva, Switzerland – Days before the anticipated third round of peace talks, US President Donald Trump called on the Ukrainian government to return to the negotiating table with Russia. He stressed that a political solution is the only way to end the conflict, which has raged for over two years and claimed thousands of lives. The conflict has also caused widespread destruction of the country’s infrastructure.
In televised remarks and official statements, Trump emphasized that any delay to the peace talks would increase the risks to Ukraine and the security of all of Europe. He called on the international community to support initiatives aimed at halting the military escalation and achieving long-term stability. He also stated that the third round in Geneva represents a genuine opportunity to reopen channels of constructive dialogue between the two sides, moving away from the military and political maneuvering that obstructs a peaceful resolution.
For their part, the United Nations and the European Union are closely monitoring the actions of the parties involved in the talks, focusing on ensuring the effective implementation of any future agreements and the protection of civilians suffering the consequences of the war. This comes amid growing calls from international security experts for a comprehensive agreement that guarantees a ceasefire and provides safe humanitarian corridors for civilians. The agreement should also lay the foundation for reconstruction and the stabilization of the region.
The third round of talks is expected to see a strong presence of international envoys, with increasing pressure on the parties to make measured concessions. This comes amid global anticipation to see whether diplomacy can achieve tangible progress after previous rounds yielded limited results.
