Trump stated to Zelensky and allies that he will not discuss territorial division issues with Putin this week.

According to Jinse Finance, five informed sources, including two European officials, revealed to NBC News that U.S. President Trump clearly stated during a call with European leaders on Wednesday local time that the core objective of his meeting with Russian President Putin this week is to promote a ceasefire in Ukraine, rather than discuss territorial divisions. The European officials present and two sources indicated that all parties reached a consensus—that peace negotiations could only be initiated after achieving a ceasefire. Some European leaders sensed from the call that Trump has cautious expectations for the outcome of this meeting. However, the five informed sources emphasized that all leaders agree on two core principles: Ukraine must be fully involved in the negotiations, and the decision-making power regarding territorial concessions lies solely with Ukraine. They disclosed that allies unanimously believe that if Putin refuses a ceasefire, Trump may impose new sanctions on Russia.