During a significant moment before Pope Francis’s funeral, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met for the first time since a contentious interaction in the Oval Office. The meeting, marked by visible tension, revolved around Trump’s controversial peace proposal, which demands Ukraine cede territory and share its mineral wealth, while offering vague security guarantees. Zelenskyy described the encounter positively, expressing hope for historic outcomes, yet concerns linger about America’s future role in global security amidst shifting dynamics.
