Peace in Ukraine remains distant as Trump's erratic approach unsettles allies

President Donald Trump announced an "energy ceasefire" in the Russia-Ukraine war on Sunday without consulting either side, but the proposal was rejected in practice as Russia struck Ukrainian power plants and fighting continued. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the deal was "news to me" but expressed readiness to accept it, while UK officials hosted him at Downing Street and pledged continued support. Trump's shifting priorities, including restricted Starlink access for Ukraine and proposed Russian diesel imports, have unsettled allies. Diplomats say Russia has no interest in ending the war, seeking decisive dominance over Ukraine, while Trump's "non-standard" approach favors concessions to Moscow and coercion of Kyiv. European leaders are working to influence White House advisors amid concerns of a pro-Russia tilt.