U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that negotiators have already discussed “dividing up certain assets” as part of efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Announcing plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 18, Trump suggested that key decisions on land and power plants could shape the path to peace.
Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump expressed optimism about the ceasefire proposal, stating, “We’re doing pretty well, I think, with Russia. Maybe we can bring that war to an end.” His comments follow Ukraine’s acceptance of a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire, leaving Russia to decide on its next move.
While Putin has indicated conditional support for a truce, he continues to demand territorial concessions from Ukraine—an issue that remains highly contentious. Trump’s openness to negotiations involving land swaps has raised concerns among European allies, who fear it could embolden Moscow.
With NATO allies watching closely, Trump’s engagement with Putin has reignited debates over U.S. security commitments and the future of Ukraine’s sovereignty.