Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for ‘lasting peace’ that can withstand future Russian aggression during a meeting with global leaders, including Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron. He highlighted the devastating toll of the war, with 43,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed and 370,000 injured. While traditionally opposed to concessions with Russia’s Vladimir Putin, Zelensky has recently softened his stance, suggesting a temporary surrender of occupied territories in exchange for security guarantees from NATO. The Kremlin accused Zelensky of refusing negotiations, emphasizing his decree against contact with Russian leaders.