Historic Trump-Zelensky Meeting at the Vatican: A Step Toward Lasting Peace in Ukraine
Rome-On April 26, 2025, during the funeral of Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a significant 15-minute private meeting. This encounter marked their first in-person discussion since heightened tensions earlier in the year. The meeting focused on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the pursuit of a comprehensive peace agreement.
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“Good meeting. We discussed a lot one on one. Hoping for results on everything we covered. Protecting lives of our people.
Full and unconditional ceasefire. Reliable and lasting peace that will prevent another war from breaking out.
Very symbolic meeting that has potential to become historic, if we achieve joint results.
The White House described the meeting as “very productive,” emphasizing the importance of continued dialogue between the two leaders.
The discussion took place without advisors, underscoring the personal commitment of both presidents to resolving the conflict.
This meeting occurred amidst ongoing efforts by the United States to mediate peace between Ukraine and Russia.
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff has been engaged in separate talks with Russian negotiator Kirill Dmitriev to further negotiations.
President Trump has previously expressed that Ukraine and Russia are close to reaching a deal, although his stance that Crimea should remain with Russia remains a point of contention with President Zelensky, who insists on Ukraine’s territorial integrity.
The funeral of Pope Francis brought together numerous world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who also met with Presidents Trump and Zelensky.
The gathering provided a platform for diplomatic engagements aimed at fostering peace and stability in the region.
While challenges persist in the path toward peace, the Vatican meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky represents a potential turning point.
Their commitment to protecting lives, achieving a full ceasefire, and establishing a lasting peace offers hope for an end to the conflict that has gripped Ukraine since 2022.
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