Zelensky calls Oval Office meeting ‘regrettable’ in bid to restart negotiations
ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently described his Oval Office meeting with U.S. President Donald trump as “regrettable,” a statement he made in an effort to mend strained relations between Ukraine and the United states following the meeting. The discussion ended contentiously,resulting in the U.S. halting military aid to Ukraine. Zelensky expressed his disappointment by stating that the meeting did not unfold as expected and emphasized the need for constructive future cooperation. He reiterated Ukraine’s readiness to sign agreements related to minerals and security, viewing them as essential for increasing stability and ensuring security guarantees.
during a push for peace, Zelensky proposed initial steps towards negotiating an end to the ongoing war with Russia, including the release of prisoners and temporary truces to cease hostilities in the air and sea. He highlighted Ukraine’s strong desire for peace, affirming that the Ukrainian people do not wish for prolonged conflict. Furthermore, the U.S.defense officials confirmed the suspension of military assistance would persist until Ukraine demonstrates a genuine commitment to peace negotiations.
Zelensky calls Oval Office meeting ‘regrettable’ in bid to restart negotiations on deal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called his Oval Office spat with President Donald Trump “regrettable” in a statement aimed at rekindling relations between Ukraine and the United States after Trump paused aid.
“Our meeting in Washington, at the White House on Friday, did not go the way it was supposed to be. It is regrettable that it happened this way. It is time to make things right. We would like future cooperation and communication to be constructive,” Zelensky said.
“Regarding the agreement on minerals and security, Ukraine is ready to sign it in any time and in any convenient format. We see this agreement as a step toward greater security and solid security guarantees, and I truly hope it will work effectively,” he added.
Zelensky also reiterated his gratefulness for Trump’s support.
Zelensky also proposed the first steps in a peace deal with Russia, saying, “We are ready to work fast to end the war, and the first stages could be the release of prisoners and truce in the sky — ban on missiles, long-ranged drones, bombs on energy and other civilian infrastructure — and truce in the sea immediately, if Russia will do the same.”
A U.S. defense official confirmed to the Washington Examiner on Monday that the United States halted all further military aid to Ukraine, after an Oval Office spat between Trump, Zelensky, and Vice President JD Vance upended U.S.-Ukraine relations. The halt began immediately.
An official speaking with Bloomberg said the halt would include aid currently in transit, and would only be lifted when Trump determined that Zelensky and Ukraine’s leaders demonstrated a good-faith commitment to peace.
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