Ukraine's Leader Seeks Solidarity in Washington Talks

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine is in Washington, D. C. , with top European leaders to meet with President Donald Trump. Their goal is to present a united front against Russia's ongoing aggression. This meeting comes after Trump's recent summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which left many European leaders feeling sidelined. Zelenskyy and his allies are pushing for strong security guarantees for Ukraine. They want to ensure that any peace deal with Russia is lasting and fair. Trump, however, seems to be putting the pressure on Zelenskyy to make concessions. This could include accepting Russia's control of Crimea, which Ukraine will likely refuse. The European leaders arriving in Washington represent some of the most powerful countries in Europe. They include the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, as well as the heads of the European Commission and NATO. Their presence shows how seriously they take the situation in Ukraine. Before the meeting, Trump suggested that Ukraine could end the war quickly if it wanted to. Zelenskyy responded by saying that any peace must be lasting and not just a temporary truce. He also pointed out that Russia has a history of using peace deals as a way to prepare for new attacks. The talks in Washington are likely to be difficult for Zelenskyy. He will need to navigate between Trump's demands and his own country's interests. One key issue is whether Ukraine will get security guarantees similar to those offered by NATO. This could help protect Ukraine from future Russian aggression. Meanwhile, Russia continues to attack Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones. A recent strike on Kharkiv killed seven civilians. This shows that the war is far from over, despite the diplomatic efforts. The outcome of the Washington talks could shape Ukraine's future. Will the leaders find a way to stop the war, or will the fighting continue? The world is watching closely.