Zelensky predicted a long-lasting and stable peace.

US President Donald Trump has stated that he is likely to meet in person with Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky as early as next week, and also indicated that he wants to discuss the matter with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin as soon as possible.

Since taking office last month, the Trump administration has signaled the possibility of peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. However, no details have been released so far. Commenting on the prospects for this dialogue, officials in Moscow have expressed cautious optimism.

Speaking to reporters during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House on February 7, President Trump said: “I might meet with Mr. Zelensky next week.” He added that the talks would most likely take place on American soil, because “I won’t be going there.”

"And I may speak with President Putin. I want to see that war end," Trump said, adding, "President Putin and I have always had a good relationship."

President Trump reiterated his long-held position that the conflict in Ukraine would never have happened if he had been in power in February 2022.

The US president also said he wanted to discuss “security” for Ukraine’s rare earth mineral deposits with Zelensky. Earlier this week, he also stated, “We are looking to reach an agreement with Ukraine under which they will guarantee what we provide them with in terms of rare earth resources and other things.”

Trump once again accused NATO member states in Europe of spending far less than the US in supporting Ukraine, while pledging to "rebalance" the situation.

Commenting on Trump's latest statements on the social media platform X on the evening of February 7th, Zelensky wrote: "The coming weeks could be very turbulent diplomatically, and we will do what is necessary to make this period productive and useful."

"Right now, Ukrainian and American teams are discussing the details. A solid and lasting peace will become closer," he predicted.