Ukraine Parliament supports US efforts for negotiations, conflict end
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The Ukrainian Parliament addresses Donald Trump in a supportive statement relaying its confidence in his peace efforts for Ukraine.
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US President Donald Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Trump Tower, on September 27, 2024, in New York. (AP)
The Ukrainian parliament welcomed US President Donald Trump's peace initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, expressing confidence in his ability to play a decisive role in ending hostilities.
A statement issued by the parliament conveyed the Ukrainian people's strong desire to end the conflict and their belief that Trump's involvement efforts could play a crucial role in achieving peace for Ukraine, Europe, and the world.
"The Ukrainian people long for peace more than anyone and believe that President Donald Trump's personal involvement and peace efforts will be crucial in swiftly bringing an end to the conflict and securing peace for Ukraine, Europe, and the world. The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine supports President Trump's initiatives to initiate negotiations toward a peaceful resolution," the statement read on Monday.
The parliament also highlighted that Ukraine's security and development rely on US support, stressing the importance of strengthening the strategic partnership with Washington, particularly in the exploration of critical minerals.
Trump ordered a pause of US military aid to Ukraine: Reports
This comes only a day after Trump ordered a pause to military aid to Ukraine, including shipments in transit areas in Poland, a senior US Defense Department official told Bloomberg.
The pause will take effect until the Trump administration determines that Ukrainian leaders "demonstrate a good-faith commitment to peace," the agency reported, citing the American official.
All US military equipment not currently in Ukraine would be paused. This includes shipments of weapons and equipment in transit areas in Poland.
At least 30% of the weapons used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces are supplied by the US, which has given Kiev around $69 billion in military aid between the start of 2022 and the end of 2024.
Trump issued the order following a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office. Zelensky had been invited to the White House to discuss a potential peace deal with Russia and bilateral agreements with the US. However, the meeting was abruptly cut short after a tense confrontation, with Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance clashing with Zelensky before he was asked to leave.
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