U.S. President Donald Trump has recently engaged in a series of discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing war in Ukraine. The talks included a summit in Alaska with Russian President Vladimir Putin, marking Putin's first visit to the U.S. in nearly two decades. Following this, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the White House, accompanied by European leaders such as French President Emmanuel Macron, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

During these meetings, various topics were addressed, including potential land swaps and security guarantees. However, questions remain about whether these discussions have brought the parties any closer to a resolution. Observers are particularly interested in what Ukraine might have to concede in exchange for peace.

Trump has previously claimed he could end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours, but he has not specified when this would occur. Critics note that despite his promises, the conflict continues. The situation escalated during Zelensky's visit in February, when Trump and Vice President JD Vance pressured Ukraine to surrender, blaming them for the war's outbreak.

The recent summit in Alaska did not yield a ceasefire, as Trump had hoped. Instead, Putin continued military actions while Trump appeared to capitulate. The lack of a ceasefire and the absence of significant consequences for Russia have raised concerns among European leaders. In response, Zelensky and other NATO leaders rushed to Washington to advocate for a stronger stance against Russia.

The diplomatic efforts have highlighted the uncertainty surrounding Trump's Ukraine policy, which seems to shift rapidly. Observers note that the only apparent concession from Putin was a promise to accept U.S. security assistance after key Ukrainian territories are compromised. This has led to skepticism about the effectiveness of Trump's approach.

Furthermore, Trump's handling of the situation has drawn comparisons to past U.S. administrations. Critics argue that he lacks the moral courage and diplomatic skill demonstrated by former President Ronald Reagan, who was known for advocating human rights during U.S.-Soviet meetings. In contrast, Trump has not publicly addressed the issue of Ukrainian children reportedly abducted by Russian forces, a situation that has led to war crime allegations against Putin.

As the conflict continues, the international community remains watchful of Trump's next moves and the potential implications for Ukraine and its allies.