Trump commented on Zelensky and revealed when he expects a response from the Russian Federation regarding the ceasefire.

Trump expects a response from Russia regarding the ceasefire in Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump noted that he expects a reaction from Russia regarding the proposal for a ceasefire on the territory of Ukraine. He expressed hope that this conflict will soon be resolved.

During a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Trump emphasized the need to end deaths and killings in Ukraine.

The U.S. President did not specify any concrete steps that the U.S. might take if Russia is dissatisfied with the proposal. He also did not indicate any deadlines after which additional sanctions against Russia could be imposed.

Trump: I don't hold Zelensky responsible, but I'm not exactly thrilled that the war started.(The war was started by Putin — whom Trump refuses to condemn or hold accountable.)pic.twitter.com/fNaNuL7COw

— Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) April 17, 2025

Agreement on Mineral Resources

Trump also announced the signing of an agreement to cooperate with Ukraine on mineral extraction. This agreement will be signed on April 24. He hopes that this will be an important step towards building a fair and sustainable peace.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni supported Trump’s administration efforts and emphasized the possibility of jointly building peace.

Trump also stated that he does not consider Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responsible for the outbreak of the war but is not pleased that the conflict continues.

Good to be with UKR Head of Presidential Office Andriy Yermack and Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov in Paris. Very productive meetings at Elysee Palace on efforts to end the Ukraine-Russia war. ⁦@SPE_Kellogg⁩ pic.twitter.com/x2I7SIW1RA

— Keith Kellogg (@generalkellogg) April 17, 2025

Negotiations with the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine

The U.S. President's Special Representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, reported on 'productive meetings' with the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermack and Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov in Paris. These meetings were scheduled to end the war between Ukraine and Russia.

Analysis: Significant attention is paid to the start of a ceasefire in Ukraine and the expectation of a response from Russia. The role of U.S. President Donald Trump in resolving the conflict is important. Meetings with the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermack are also an important step towards achieving peace. There is hope that the war in Ukraine will soon end and receives support.