National Security Advisor Mike Waltz has expressed confidence that President Donald Trump's leadership will bring an end to the war between Russia and Ukraine. Waltz assured that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would sign the deal, emphasizing Trump's commitment to peace.
Waltz defended the administration's decision to engage in negotiations with Russia, highlighting the importance of dialogue with both sides to achieve peace. He mentioned that the U.S. is working closely with Ukraine, Russia, and European allies to understand everyone's needs for a successful peace agreement.
Recent discussions between U.S. officials and Ukrainian representatives have focused on conveying the urgency of ending the war. Waltz emphasized that prolonging the conflict is not in the interests of Russia or the American people.
The pressure on Ukraine to agree to a deal intensified following tense exchanges between Trump and Zelenskyy. The Ukrainian president insisted on being involved in peace negotiations and criticized Trump for allegedly spreading Russian disinformation.
Meetings in Saudi Arabia between U.S. and Russian officials aimed to find ways to resolve the conflict. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and Waltz engaged with Russian counterparts to explore avenues for peace.
The U.S. remains committed to ending the war and establishing sustainable peace in the region. Efforts are underway to facilitate a peace deal that addresses the concerns of all parties involved.
