Trump Reveals Putin’s Stance on Ceasefire
On August 16, 2025, President Trump informed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO leaders that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not interested in a ceasefire and prefers a comprehensive peace agreement to end the war, reports 24brussels.
Trump relayed this message during a telephone conversation with Zelensky, as reported by Axios correspondent Barak Ravid on X. According to Ravid, Trump stated, “I think a quick peace deal is better than a ceasefire.”
Zelensky subsequently detailed his discussion with Trump and European leaders, announcing his upcoming visit to Washington. He described the conversation as a “long and substantive discussion” that lasted over an hour, with approximately an hour spent directly with Trump. Zelensky affirmed Ukraine’s commitment to working productively towards peace, noting, “President Trump informed me about his meeting with the Russian leader and the main points discussed. It is important that America’s strength impacts the situation’s development.”
