Ukraine Seeks Trump's Help for Peace with Russia
Analysis based on 22 articles · First reported Feb 08, 2026 · Last updated Feb 08, 2026
The ongoing peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, with the potential involvement of Donald Trump and US security guarantees, could significantly impact global markets. A successful resolution could lead to increased stability and investment in the region, while continued conflict or failed talks would sustain market uncertainty, particularly in energy and defense sectors.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that direct meetings between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin are essential to resolve the most difficult issues in peace talks. He emphasized that only US President Donald Trump has the power to facilitate an agreement. Ukraine aims to accelerate these US-brokered talks before the US Congressional mid-term elections. Key outstanding issues include Russia's demand for Ukraine to cede 20% of Donetsk and Ukraine's desire to regain control of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. A prisoner exchange of 314 individuals occurred, and a new round of talks in Miami has been proposed. Ukraine is focused on securing Western security guarantees, with the United States prepared to ratify them in Congress. Ukraine also seeks European Union membership by 2027 and a NATO-like security mechanism. Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concern over bilateral Russia-US talks that could affect Ukraine's sovereignty, and Ukraine will not recognize Russian sovereignty over Crimea or Donbas.
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