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Trump's Envoy Rejects Starmer's Simplistic Ukraine Ceasefire Plan

3/23/2025

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Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's envoy, slammed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's ceasefire proposal for Ukraine as overly simplistic. Amid pressure from Washington, Starmer aimed to bridge the gap between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky following a tense meeting. In response, Zelensky denounced relentless Russian attacks, urging for tougher sanctions and increased military aid.

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Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's envoy, slammed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's ceasefire proposal for Ukraine as overly simplistic. Amid pressure from Washington, Starmer aimed to bridge the gap between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky following a tense meeting. In response, Zelensky denounced relentless Russian attacks, urging for tougher sanctions and increased military aid.