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Trump and Putin Aim for Ceasefire Amid Ukraine Tensions

3/17/2025

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U.S. President Trump is set to engage in crucial talks with Russia's Putin, aiming for a ceasefire that addresses territorial disputes and the safety of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. While Ukraine backs a 30-day truce, it firmly upholds its sovereignty. Russia seeks assurances of Ukraine's neutrality and control over occupied regions, with European nations poised to deploy peacekeepers if a deal materializes.

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U.S. President Trump is set to engage in crucial talks with Russia's Putin, aiming for a ceasefire that addresses territorial disputes and the safety of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. While Ukraine backs a 30-day truce, it firmly upholds its sovereignty. Russia seeks assurances of Ukraine's neutrality and control over occupied regions, with European nations poised to deploy peacekeepers if a deal materializes.