Trump, speaking to reporters after the session, praised Zelensky’s leadership and the “great discussions” they held on a 20-point peace proposal aimed at laying the foundation for a lasting cease-fire and broader agreement. While acknowledging that thorny issues remain unresolved, he characterized the talks as closer than ever before to a deal. “This was terrific,” Trump said, underscoring the conciliatory mood between the two presidents and optimism about momentum in the negotiation process, reports www.ndtv.com.

Zelensky’s stance was measured but constructive. He confirmed that about 90 percent of the detailed 20-point framework had been agreed upon in principle, with security guarantees and sequencing of actions among the principal topics discussed. The Ukrainian president stressed that U.S. security guarantees are crucial, even as questions about territorial issues like the Donbas region remain sensitive and unresolved.

Analysts noted that the positive tone of the meeting may also serve broader diplomatic interests, potentially appealing to Moscow and signalling a willingness to engage seriously on peace terms, a development some observers said could be beneficial for Russia, which has shown hesitancy in negotiations but is sensitive to shifts in Western unity, reveals the Euromaidan Press.

After the meeting, Zelensky expressed cautious optimism, emphasizing ongoing consultations with European allies and noting that further multilateral engagement will be critical as negotiators seek to translate dialogue into durable commitments.