The president of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, commented on the urgency of preventing Russia from winning the war in Ukraine, highlighting the importance of acting quickly should there be alignment on this idea. For his part, Trump expressed the need to negotiate with Ukraine from a position of strength, emphasizing his desire to achieve peace, while acknowledging the existing economic and military tensions.
During an event in Davos, Polish President Andrzej Duda underscored the importance of ending Russian imperialism and supported Trump's stance in favor of negotiations to end the conflict in Ukraine. Previously, Trump had expressed doubts about providing military aid to Ukraine, but recently changed his tone by advocating for a ceasefire and holding Russia accountable for sitting down to dialogue.
In Davos, European leaders and analysts showed cautious optimism about the prospects for peace in Ukraine and urged Trump to uphold fundamental principles to ensure a fair agreement, such as Kyiv's independence and the non-intimidation by Russia. Despite differences in peace visions between Russia and Ukraine, a united front led by Trump was expected to favor the resolution of the conflict.
The Ukrainian president proposed the possibility of a NATO-led peacekeeping force of approximately 200,000 soldiers to secure Ukrainian territory. Western officials advocated for continued military strengthening of Ukraine to maintain its position in negotiations and prevent further territorial appropriation by Russia.
Most analysts agree that neither side can win the war, so a temporary ceasefire could be the first step towards a long-term solution. Trump urged European NATO members to increase military spending, and several leaders advocated for a joint approach to ensure security in the region. The slogan 'Your country first – win with us' at the House of Ukraine in Davos reflects the pursuit of unity and international support to resolve the conflict in Ukraine.
