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Zelensky Faces Pressure as Trump Proposes Controversial Peace Deal

5/2/2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is caught in a precarious situation as U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for a contentious peace deal that threatens Ukraine's sovereignty. Amid relentless Russian aggression, Zelensky grapples with dwindling options, fearing an escalation of conflict and questioning the reliability of U.S. support in this turbulent geopolitical climate.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is caught in a precarious situation as U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for a contentious peace deal that threatens Ukraine's sovereignty. Amid relentless Russian aggression, Zelensky grapples with dwindling options, fearing an escalation of conflict and questioning the reliability of U.S. support in this turbulent geopolitical climate.