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Trump Questions Ukraine's NATO Membership Amid Controversial Talks

2/13/2025

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Donald Trump expressed skepticism about Ukraine's NATO membership and the possibility of reclaiming all occupied territories following talks with Vladimir Putin, whom he invited to the US for further discussions. In a dramatic exchange, the US released a Russian money launderer in return for an American teacher, while the UK stepped up its commitment with a £4.5bn military aid package for Ukraine.

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Donald Trump expressed skepticism about Ukraine's NATO membership and the possibility of reclaiming all occupied territories following talks with Vladimir Putin, whom he invited to the US for further discussions. In a dramatic exchange, the US released a Russian money launderer in return for an American teacher, while the UK stepped up its commitment with a £4.5bn military aid package for Ukraine.