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Trump and Putin Agree to Halt Ukraine Energy Attacks

3/19/2025

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In a tense diplomatic exchange, President Trump and President Putin have agreed to halt assaults on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, yet Putin refrains from endorsing a wider ceasefire. The Kremlin insists that halting Western military support for Ukraine is essential for future talks. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy remains doubtful about the sincerity of peace initiatives as Russian aggression continues.

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In a tense diplomatic exchange, President Trump and President Putin have agreed to halt assaults on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, yet Putin refrains from endorsing a wider ceasefire. The Kremlin insists that halting Western military support for Ukraine is essential for future talks. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy remains doubtful about the sincerity of peace initiatives as Russian aggression continues.