“Reasonably Close”: Trump Hints at Breakthrough in Ukraine Talks With Zelenskiy

President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, saying a deal between Washington and Kyiv is “reasonably close.”

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump suggested that negotiations with Ukraine are progressing, though he did not provide details on the scope of the potential agreement. The talks come amid heightened tensions in Eastern Europe, with Kyiv seeking stronger U.S. security guarantees and economic support.

Zelenskiy has repeatedly urged Western allies to stand firm against Russian aggression, while Trump has emphasized the need for “fair and balanced” arrangements that serve U.S. interests. Analysts say the meeting could mark a turning point in U.S.–Ukraine relations, potentially reshaping military aid, trade, and diplomatic coordination.

European leaders are watching closely, wary of how any U.S.–Ukraine deal might affect broader NATO dynamics and the fragile balance of power in the region. The announcement adds a new layer to Trump’s high-profile Davos agenda, already dominated by disputes over Greenland and transatlantic trade.