European leaders discuss ending the war in Ukraine with Donald Trump.

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala spoke with US President-Elect Donald Trump about the war in Ukraine in a phone call.

“We discussed Prague’s position on the Russian invasion. I think he is very aware that the situation in Ukraine – and the Middle East – must be resolved and that the solution will be complicated,” the Czech politician said.

Fiala said forcing Kyiv to cede territory would only embolden the Kremlin’s military machine. He also called on European allies to strengthen their military capabilities and involvement in Ukraine without waiting for the US to take the first steps.

“Our security cannot forever be based on the US’ readiness to defend Europe. We must play a bigger role and take on more responsibility,” the prime minister said.

The Czech official warned allies against “appeasement” in Ukraine and stressed that Europe needs the US to show its strength.

Simultaneously, pro-Russian Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban flew to Florida to share his views on the war in Ukraine with Trump, Elon Musk, and future national security advisor Mike Waltz.