US and Russia hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia without Ukraine's involvement

US and Russian officials are holding peace talks in Saudi Arabia regarding the Ukraine war, excluding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The discussions follow a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, raising concerns in Europe. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio leads the American delegation, while Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov represents Moscow. Both sides have indicated that key Ukrainian demands may not be met, causing alarm among European leaders. European leaders are worried about a weak peace agreement. They emphasize the need for a US security guarantee to deter further Russian aggression. Zelensky has stated he will not accept any agreement made without Ukraine's involvement.