In an exchange with reporters Sunday, Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “will be involved” in the negotiations. Trump offered no further explanation. Trump on Sunday said he believed Russian President Vladimir Putin is eager for a deal, while also noting that Russia has historically impressed on the battlefield.

Ukraine and Europe worry about being sidelined as Trump pushes for direct talks with Russia on war’s end

In an exchange with reporters Sunday, Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “will be involved” in the negotiations. Trump offered no further explanation. Trump on Sunday said he believed Russian President Vladimir Putin is eager for a deal, while also noting that Russia has historically impressed on the battlefield.