Russia and Ukraine 'very close to a deal', says Trump
Summary
The US President, Donald Trump, has stated that Russia and Ukraine are nearing an agreement, hours following a meeting between Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, and Vladimir Putin, the Russian President. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, meanwhile, asserted that there's a need for significant pressure on Russia to accept an unconditional ceasefire.Key Facts
- US President Donald Trump has announced that Russia and Ukraine "are very close to a deal".
- This follows a meeting between Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- These negotiations were described as "constructive" by the Kremlin.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has emphasized the necessity for "real pressure" on Russia to consent to an unconditional ceasefire.
- Talks about the territorial conflict between Kyiv and Moscow could be held if a "full and unconditional ceasefire" is agreed upon, according to Zelensky.
- Reports suggest that under a US peace proposal, Ukraine would have to relinquish large portions of land annexed by Russia.
- In 2022, Russia initiated a full-scale invasion of Ukraine and currently controls nearly 20% of Ukrainian territory.
- Putin indicated openness to talks with Zelensky for the first time since the war's early stages earlier this week.
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