Trump, Zelensky, and Putin Plan Saudi Peace Talks

The Trump administration is preparing to initiate peace talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia regarding the Ukraine conflict, with Ukrainian President Zelensky's involvement confirmed despite concerns about being sidelined. Trump and his team, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, aim to determine Russia's genuine interest in peace, while European leaders prepare for an emergency summit in Paris to discuss their role. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has indicated the UK's readiness to contribute troops to enforce any peace deal. The Trump administration has requested European nations to outline their military commitments for a potential peacekeeping force, but has excluded Europe from direct negotiations. The U.S. insists on a leading role in the talks, with Zelensky emphasizing the importance of Ukraine's presence in negotiations and warning of potential Russian aggression if the U.S. withdraws from NATO.