In a high-stakes meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron signaled a potential turning point in efforts to end the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The bilateral discussions, which took place on February 24, were hailed by Trump as an “important step” toward achieving lasting peace, as his administration reopens dialogue with Moscow. The meeting also highlighted the evolving dynamics between the United States, Europe, and Ukraine, with both leaders emphasizing the need to stop the bloodshed and restore stability in the region.

Trump, who recently returned to the White House for a second term, has made it clear that resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict is a priority for his administration. During the joint press conference, he underscored the historical alliance between the US and France, referencing France’s support during the American Revolution and World War II. “We’re now working on some very interesting developments, one in particular, as you know, the war between Russia and Ukraine,” Trump stated. “It’s time to end this bloodletting and restore peace, and I think we’re going to do it.”

Macron, the first European leader to visit the White House since Trump’s return, echoed the call for peace while emphasizing Europe’s readiness to play a larger role. “A lot of my European colleagues are ready to be engaged, but we do need this American backup because this is part of the credibility of the security guarantees,” Macron said. He stressed that a credible........

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