Pakistan, Oct. 18 -- US President Donald Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House and called for peace over escalation. During the meeting, Trump said giving Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine would be premature. He hoped that the war could end without relying on these powerful weapons. Trump expressed optimism after a recent phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He said he believed Putin may soon agree to a peaceful solution.

However, President Zelensky disagreed and warned that Putin is not yet ready for peace. Ukraine has asked for Tomahawk missiles to push back against Russian attacks. The war has continued for over three years with heavy losses. Zelensky insisted that more pressure on Russia is neces...