Donald Trump has publicly called for the replacement of Volodimir Zelenski as President of Ukraine, suggesting it is a necessary step towards reaching an agreement with Russia regarding the ongoing conflict. The former US president believes a different leader would be more amenable to negotiations. In response, Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski asserted that the Ukrainian people are the ones who should choose their leader. Zelenski proposed a 60-day ceasefire to facilitate the holding of elections, offering a potential path toward a democratic resolution. This exchange highlights differing visions for resolving the conflict in Ukraine and questions of sovereignty and self-determination. The proposal for a ceasefire and elections aims to allow Ukrainians to determine their future leadership amidst the war.