Meeting of Trump and Zelensky in Mar-a-Lago: What Leaders Will Really Discuss.

According to ТСН: Amid preparations for an important meeting in Mar-a-Lago, which will take place later, US President Donald Trump has lowered expectations. He made it clear that issues related to Ukraine depend on his approval, stating that Zelensky has "nothing until I approve it."

From the 'wishlist of the Russian Federation' to a compromise

Zelensky announced that his peace plan is 90% ready, which is significant progress compared to the previous version proposed by the US.

The first draft of 28 points was seen as a 'wishlist of Russia' and received negative reactions from Ukraine and its allies. The current version with 20 points, developed in Kyiv, contains certain compromises. Zelensky has already had a "good conversation" with Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner, laying the groundwork for a face-to-face meeting.

The Putin Factor

While Kyiv demonstrates constructiveness, Moscow remains cautious. Russian officials make restrained statements, yet the real situation is different. "Vladimir Putin has hardly budged from his initial position regarding Ukraine, and there are little hopes that this will change over the weekend," the article states.

The publication explains the Kremlin's firmness by saying that Putin senses opportunity: he sees benefits in changing US policy and the rift between Washington and European allies. In such conditions, any proposal limiting his ambitions is unlikely to be received positively by Moscow.

Analysts summarize that Russia's unwillingness to reach an agreement will be a test for Donald Trump – a check of his strength, diplomacy, and sympathies.

It is also noted that German experts have provided a pessimistic forecast regarding the meeting in Mar-a-Lago, believing that Ukraine is more of an obstacle for Trump, complicating the restoration of relations with Moscow. Analysts warn that no quick breakthrough should be expected after the meeting between the presidents of the US and Ukraine.

This meeting is of great importance for further diplomatic steps, as the future of the peace process depends on the perceptions and positions of both parties. Whether Trump can find common ground with Putin and support Ukraine in this challenging situation will be shown by time.