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The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, invited the former president of the United States, Donald Trump, to actively engage in the search for a peaceful solution to the Ukrainian conflict. This request was made during a recent phone call, in which Zelensky emphasized that, since Trump had secured a ceasefire in the Middle East, a solution to the war in Ukraine was also possible.
Context of the Ukrainian conflict
The call between the two leaders came at a critical moment, shortly after Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's energy grid, causing blackouts in several areas, including the capital. KyivIn recent months, diplomatic efforts to end the Russian invasion have slowed, partly due to global attention shifting to the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.
Trump's role in the conflict
Donald Trump recently announced a ceasefire plan for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but failed to achieve similar results after a meeting with the Russian president. Vladimir Putin In August, Ukrainian President Zelensky expressed his appreciation for Trump's proposal, stressing the importance of extending such efforts to stop the war in Ukraine.
Relations between Zelensky and Trump
Since February, relations between Zelensky e Trump They have shown marked improvement. Initially, the two had a heated exchange during a televised meeting at the White House. However, Trump has since shown greater willingness to support Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of retaking the occupied territories with the support of NATO and Europe.
The role of the American First Lady
In a different context, the First Lady Melania Trump He said he facilitated the release of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia, thanks to a direct communication channel with PutinThis development has further highlighted the complex dynamics of the relationships between the various actors involved in the conflict.
The consequences of the Russian attacks
Russian forces continue to launch attacks, resulting in the deaths of at least five people in a single day. Power outages are also reported in several regions of Ukraine. Kyiv authorities accuse Moscow of war crimes, claiming that targeted attacks on the power grid directly affect civilians. Russia, for its part, rejects these accusations, saying it only hits military targets.
Mutual accusations
Tensions between the two countries are further heightened by mutual accusations over the failure of peace negotiations. Russia blames Ukraine and its European allies for obstructing the dialogue, while Kyiv and European nations argue that Moscow is merely trying to buy time to gain more territory.
The war in Ukraine: a devastating conflict
The war in Ukraine, which began in under the pretext of a special military operation, has had devastating consequences. Tens of thousands of victims have displaced millions, and the number of displaced continues to grow. Russia currently occupies approximately a fifth of Ukraine's territory, making the need for international intervention to restore peace increasingly urgent. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently appealed to Donald Trump, expressing his hope of finding an influential ally to promote dialogue and reconciliation.