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Russia's Disruption in Ukraine Talks Draws NATO's Fury

7/16/2025

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte condemned Russia's disruptive role in the faltering Ukraine peace talks, pointing out their choice to send a historian instead of negotiators. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump stressed the urgency for a resolution, citing the staggering toll of the conflict with 100,000 Russian soldiers reportedly lost since January 2025.

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte condemned Russia's disruptive role in the faltering Ukraine peace talks, pointing out their choice to send a historian instead of negotiators. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump stressed the urgency for a resolution, citing the staggering toll of the conflict with 100,000 Russian soldiers reportedly lost since January 2025.