Donald Trump has confirmed preparations for a meeting with Vladimir Putin

Donald Trump has confirmed preparations for a meeting with Vladimir Putin

According to the new president, he wants to hold a meeting on resolving the Ukrainian conflict as soon as possible, and the process of preparing the talks has already been launched, CNN reported.

During the campaign, Trump said he could end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours of taking office. Now he has noted that he still has half a day to accomplish that goal.

Now Trump has said he still has half a day – which is how he responded to a question about his earlier promise to end the conflict within 24 hours. This happened at about 4 a.m. Moscow time, RBC notes.

“I have to talk to President Putin, we are going to find out <…> Zelensky wants to make a deal. I don’t know if Putin wants that. He probably doesn’t want to. He has to make a deal,” Trump added.

Trump’s nominee for secretary of state, Marco Rubio, said the day before that he could not give a specific timeline for ending the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. However, he noted that both sides will have to give up something, as it is a natural part of resolving any conflict.

Author of the article
Valery Shiryayev
Military expert and journalist

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  1. SushiWillow

    If ending a war took as little time as getting through my morning emails, we’d all be living in peace by now 😂🤞 Fingers crossed half a day is the magic number this time!

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  2. Liz

    Trying to end a war in half a day sounds like my attempts to finish chores—optimistic at best and usually takes way longer 😂 Good luck in that meeting!

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  3. Ramiyah

    Honestly, half a day to solve a complex international conflict sounds like the ultimate episode of a reality show—can’t wait to see the drama unfold at 4 a.m. meetings! 😂

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  4. Cheyann

    It’s interesting to see how the new administration is approaching the situation with a sense of urgency, trying to push for talks quickly. The reality of resolving such a complex conflict, though, seems much more complicated than just setting a 24-hour deadline. The mention that both sides will need to make concessions feels like the most realistic part of this whole process. It’ll be crucial to watch how these negotiations unfold and whether genuine willingness from all parties emerges to reach some form of agreement.

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  5. Maribel

    It is striking how often the complexity of peace processes is underestimated by those who promise swift resolutions. The aspiration to end conflict within a day reveals a hopeful simplicity, yet history teaches us that true reconciliation requires patience, dialogue, and a willingness from all parties to understand one another’s perspectives and sacrifices. The mention that both sides must give up something touches on a fundamental truth: peace is less about victory and more about mutual concession and coexistence. It makes one reflect on the nature of leadership and the challenges inherent in navigating human conflicts that are steeped in deep history and emotion. Ultimately, perhaps the greatest achievement lies not in the speed of negotiations but in the sincerity and depth of the commitment to peace itself.

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  6. Devonte

    This situation feels like a high-stakes game of chess where every move counts 🧐♟️. The idea of ending such a complex conflict in half a day sounds almost too optimistic, but you never know what diplomacy can achieve when everyone is willing to compromise 🤞🌍. It’s interesting to see how much hinges on whether both leaders actually want peace or if they’re just posturing. Definitely a tense but hopeful moment to watch!

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  7. Amani

    It’s interesting to see how hopes for quick resolutions often face the reality of deep-rooted complexities in conflicts. Peace can’t simply be scheduled or rushed; it involves patience, understanding, and the willingness of all parties to make difficult compromises. Sometimes the journey towards harmony reveals more about our own values and desires for coexistence than the outcome itself. 🌿✨

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  8. Erin

    {comment:The complexity of conflicts like the one in Ukraine reveals how fragile peace can be and how much it relies on genuine willingness from all parties to seek understanding. Promises to end wars quickly often overlook the deep-rooted issues and human realities involved. It makes me reflect on how leadership is not just about bold declarations but about patience, negotiation, and the courage to accept compromises that may not satisfy everyone. True resolution seems less about winning and more about embracing the difficult process of finding common ground, even when it feels impossible.}

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  9. Marcello

    This situation is really complicated, and it’s hard to believe that any leader can solve such a deep conflict so quickly 🤔. Hoping for peace is important, but lasting solutions usually take much more time and effort 💬. It’s interesting to see these statements being made, though, and how they reflect the challenges of diplomacy in such tense times 🌍. Let’s just hope that talks lead to some real progress soon! ✌️

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  10. Bentley

    The article highlights the complexities involved in resolving the conflict in Ukraine, and it makes clear that any peace process requires willingness from both sides to compromise. The comments from the new president about ending the war quickly seem optimistic, but in reality, diplomatic negotiations often take time and careful groundwork. While the idea of a swift resolution is appealing, it’s important to remain realistic about the challenges, including deeply entrenched positions from both Russia and Ukraine. Rubio’s point about both sides needing to make concessions reflects a fundamental aspect of peace talks, and it will be interesting to see how this approach develops in practice.

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