Trump Says Zelenskyy Ready for 'Peace' in Ukraine

Published DEC 10 2024·Updated DEC 11 2024

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Above: French Pres. Emmanuel Macron (C), US Pres.-elect Donald Trump (2nd R) and Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy (2nd L) pose after their meeting at the Élysée Palace in Paris, France, on Dec. 7, 2024. Image copyright: Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu/Contributor via Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-Trump narrative

This ridiculous war has gone on for too long and should not have started in the first place. Zelenskyy has recognized that and under Trump's leadership, a fair and lasting peace will be achieved.

New York Post

Pro-Ukraine narrative

We all want this war to end as soon as possible — but peace must be achieved through strength. That means alongside firm security guarantees, Ukraine needs commitments on EU and NATO membership.

The Kyiv Independent