Trump and Zelenskyy Discuss Progress on Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan
December 29, 2025 • Al Jazeera
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Florida, where they discussed a potential peace plan with Russia.
According to reports, both leaders expressed optimism about making progress on the agreement. However, they acknowledged that several key issues remain unresolved.
One of the main areas of contention is the status of the Donbas region, which has been annexed by Russia. The Ukrainian president stated that there are “thorny issues” to be addressed in this regard.
No further details were provided about the specific nature of these issues or the proposed resolution. However, it was noted that Trump and Zelenskyy did discuss a potential peace plan with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy took place at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. The two leaders engaged in discussions about Ukraine’s relations with Russia and the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine.
No official statement was issued by either the US or Ukrainian governments following the meeting. However, it is reported that both sides are committed to continuing negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict.
The status of the Donbas region remains a major point of contention between Ukraine and Russia. The annexation of this territory by Russia has been widely condemned by the international community.
Source: Al Jazeera