President Trump shared details of a challenging discussion with the "Eurotroika" leaders concerning a potential resolution in Ukraine. He hinted that the opportunity for peace may be fleeting, suggesting that a pragmatic approach without delays or illusions could lead to a resolution within a brief timeframe.

Separately, Trump highlighted the importance of Ukrainian President Zelensky's realistic assessment of the political and internal state of affairs. He raised concerns about widespread corruption and the absence of elections, questioning the current status of Ukrainian democracy and its impact on advancing towards peace.