Zelenskiy, flanked by Europe, heads to Washington as Trump presses for Russia deal

Summary

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy meets with European leaders and Donald Trump in Washington to discuss a peace deal amid concerns of US pressure favoring Russia.

Key Points
  • Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European leaders meet Donald Trump in Washington to discuss a peace deal.
  • Trump has shown support for Russia's favored approach of negotiating a comprehensive deal while fighting continues.
  • Zelenskiy rejects Putin's proposals to give up parts of eastern Donetsk and calls for negotiations starting from the current front line.
  • European leaders accompany Zelenskiy in Washington to support him and coordinate a common strategy against unfavorable pressure.
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