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Trump Seeks Ceasefire Talks with Putin and Zelensky

5/17/2025

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Donald Trump is set to engage in crucial talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday, aiming to broker a ceasefire in the war-torn Ukraine. With over 5,000 soldiers losing their lives each week, Trump hopes to spark meaningful dialogue to halt the "bloodbath" and pave the way for peace.

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Donald Trump is set to engage in crucial talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday, aiming to broker a ceasefire in the war-torn Ukraine. With over 5,000 soldiers losing their lives each week, Trump hopes to spark meaningful dialogue to halt the "bloodbath" and pave the way for peace.