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Trump talks with European leaders as tensions simmer over Ukraine peace deal

Trump talks with European leaders as tensions simmer over Ukraine peace deal

Summary

President Trump spoke with leaders from France, the U.K., and Germany about a peace deal for Ukraine. The talks come amid disagreements between the U.S. and European countries on how to handle the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelensky is under pressure from the U.S. to accept a peace plan that involves concessions.

Key Facts

  • President Trump held a call with European leaders to discuss Ukraine's peace efforts.
  • The U.S. and European countries have tensions over how to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
  • President Zelensky is pressured by the U.S. to accept a peace plan requiring concessions.
  • European leaders showed a united front against Trump's proposed peace plan.
  • President Trump criticized European leaders, calling them "weak."
  • French President Macron stated the call focused on diplomacy to end the war.
  • A key document is being prepared to outline how the war could end and will soon be presented to the U.S.
  • Further talks between the U.S. and Ukraine are planned regarding postwar plans for Ukraine.

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