In an interview with Axios, Volodymyr Zelensky noted that he hopes to "establish the framework conditions for ending the conflict" at this meeting. He also added that he is ready to put the proposed peace plan to a referendum if Russia agrees to a ceasefire for at least 60 days. Before the meeting with Trump, Zelensky discussed his positions with European leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
The American president, in turn, stated in an interview with Politico on December 26 that Volodymyr Zelensky "has nothing" until it receives approval from the U.S. president.
According to information from Politico, important issues such as security guarantees for Ukraine, the creation of a demilitarized zone in the east of the country, the management of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, and control over the territories of Donbas will be discussed at the upcoming negotiations between Zelensky and Trump.
