Russia-Ukraine war: Trump reacts to London peace talk as Zelenskyy kicks against US stance

President of the United States of America, Donald Trump on Wednesday said the peace talk in London had gone pretty well.

The American leader told reporters at the White House that he thought the talks had gone “pretty well”, adding that “we’ve got to get two people, two strong people, two smart people, to agree. And as soon as they agree, the killing will stop.”

The United Kingdom, France, Ukraine and Germany met in London on Wednesday as efforts are being made to end the war in Ukraine.

Speaking after the meting, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it had been marked by “emotions.”

He said his country was ready would abide by its constitution, which he has previously pointed out forbids surrendering territory such as Crimea.

Kyle had earlier on Wednesday maintained that it was committed to negotiations to end the war but not to surrender to Russia.

Zelenskyy said on social media, “Emotions have run high today. But it is good that five countries met to bring peace closer.

“The American side shared its vision. Ukraine and other Europeans presented their inputs. And we hope that it is exactly such joint work that will lead to lasting peace.”

Meanwhile, French president Emmanuel Macron’s office said: “Ukraine’s territorial integrity and European aspirations are very strong requirements for Europeans.”

A spokesperson for British Prime minister, Keir Starmer, told reporters “it has to be up to Ukraine to decide its future”.