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Analysts Divided Over Trump's Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Call

7/23/2025

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Western analysts are torn over Trump's call for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, swinging between hope and doubt. In contrast, Kremlin officials suggest that Putin is undeterred, seeing Trump's threats as a chance to advance Russia's ambitions. Even with Trump's military support for Ukraine, Putin's refusal to negotiate remains steadfast.

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Western analysts are torn over Trump's call for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, swinging between hope and doubt. In contrast, Kremlin officials suggest that Putin is undeterred, seeing Trump's threats as a chance to advance Russia's ambitions. Even with Trump's military support for Ukraine, Putin's refusal to negotiate remains steadfast.