The United States is pushing for Russia and Ukraine to bring the war to an end by June, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said, outlining Washington’s expectations as diplomatic efforts intensify alongside continued fighting.
Zelensky said U.S. officials have conveyed a sense of urgency around the conflict, stressing the need for tangible progress toward ending hostilities within the coming months. He did not specify whether the timeline referred to a full peace agreement or a significant ceasefire, but noted that discussions are increasingly focused on concrete outcomes rather than open-ended negotiations.
The Ukrainian president reiterated that Kyiv remains open to diplomacy but will not accept terms that compromise its sovereignty or territorial integrity. He said any settlement must include credible security guarantees to prevent future aggression and ensure long-term stability.
Fighting continues across multiple front lines, with both sides launching attacks even as diplomatic channels remain active. Analysts say the U.S. timeline reflects concern over the prolonged humanitarian toll, economic costs, and broader geopolitical risks associated with a drawn-out war.
Washington has not publicly confirmed a specific deadline, but U.S. officials have repeatedly called for intensified diplomatic engagement and warned that the conflict cannot remain frozen indefinitely. European allies have echoed calls for progress while maintaining military and humanitarian support for Ukraine.
Zelensky said Ukraine would continue working with partners to explore pathways toward peace, but emphasized that any agreement must be just and durable. As summer approaches, expectations are rising around whether diplomatic pressure can translate into meaningful movement toward ending the war.