Trump says he is focused on peace deal, not ceasefire
Summary
U.S. President Donald Trump shifted focus from a ceasefire to a lasting peace agreement to end the war in Ukraine, following discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin and European leaders.
Key Points
- Donald Trump shifted focus from securing a ceasefire to pursuing an overall peace agreement to end the war in Ukraine.
- Putin reaffirmed Russia's interest in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions but appeared open to freezing conflicts in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected ceding territory in the Donbas, citing constitutional barriers and security concerns.
- European leaders welcomed Trump's efforts towards ending the conflict but did not clarify preference between a peace deal or a ceasefire.
