AUTHORITIES are preparing to welcome the Ukrainian President to Dublin next week — but his visit may be axed if there’s a breakthrough in peace talks. US President Donald Trump is trying to

Talks in Geneva between US and Ukrainian officals have ended with "progress" made - but sticking points remain.

Despite promising progress, Zelensky has stressed that Ukraine cannot sign off on any agreement without explicit provisions to safeguard the country’s future.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday insisted that any peace plan to end the war must include a recognition of the “aggressor” paying the price, in light of Russia triggering the conflict by invading Ukraine in 2022.

Pressure is mounting on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to take stronger action to show accountability in the face of a corruption scandal presenting the greatest threat to his government since Russia’s full-scale invasion.

Volodymyr Zelensky has said he will not betray Ukraine as he promised to propose "alternatives" to the Donald Trump’s peace proposal. "This is one of the most difficult moments in our history," Mr Zelensky said in a video address to the nation,

Zelensky confirms Trump talks and claims Ukraine will not be an obstacle to peaceCredit: Office of the President of Ukraine

Zelensky has emphasized the need for a "real" and "dignified peace"—one that "will not be broken by a third invasion."

Both sides have reported deaths as strikes continue while intensive talks to end the war take place.

The 28-point blueprint to end the nearly four-year war has sparked alarm in Kyiv and European capitals. Mr Zelensky has previous said his country could face a stark choice between standing up for its sovereign rights and preserving the American support it needs.