In brief
In the wake of President Trump halting American military aid to Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky received vital advice from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. After facing criticism from Trump, Zelensky engaged in a five-day tutorial with the two leaders, exploring how to reshape his approach. Despite initial thoughts of an immediate return to the White House for further discussions, it was ultimately decided to wait for tempers to settle. The urgency for this realignment grew after the announcement of halted aid, prompting Zelensky to express his gratitude for American support and suggest a willingness to work towards peace under Trump's leadership. He outlined potential steps towards settlement, including ceasefires.
