On the evening of May 18, 2025, the Prime Minister engaged in discussions with the leaders of the United States, Italy, France, and Germany. The conversations primarily focused on the situation in Ukraine and the devastating consequences of the ongoing war for all parties involved. A key topic was the anticipation of President Trump's upcoming call with President Putin the following day.

During the discussions, the leaders emphasized the critical need for an unconditional ceasefire. They stressed the importance of President Putin engaging seriously in peace talks to resolve the conflict. The potential use of sanctions was also addressed, contingent on Russia's willingness to participate constructively in ceasefire negotiations and peace talks. The leaders expressed their intention to continue these important conversations in the near future.