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Trump Urges Tougher Sanctions Amid Ukraine Crisis

5/2/2025

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In a significant meeting at the Vatican, Donald Trump commended Ukrainian President Zelensky for his resilience and touched on the sensitive issue of Crimea. As Ukraine faces escalating Russian assaults despite a ceasefire, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed the urgency of peace talks. Trump proposed tougher sanctions on Russia to pave the way for negotiations.

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In a significant meeting at the Vatican, Donald Trump commended Ukrainian President Zelensky for his resilience and touched on the sensitive issue of Crimea. As Ukraine faces escalating Russian assaults despite a ceasefire, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed the urgency of peace talks. Trump proposed tougher sanctions on Russia to pave the way for negotiations.