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EU Urges Trump: Prioritize Ukraine in Peace Talks

8/12/2025

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European Union leaders are calling on U.S. President Donald Trump to prioritize Ukraine in upcoming peace talks with Russia. They stress that any agreement must honor Ukraine's sovereignty and establish a ceasefire. The EU stands firm in its support for Ukraine's defense and its ambitions for EU membership, highlighting the importance of stability in the region.

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European Union leaders are calling on U.S. President Donald Trump to prioritize Ukraine in upcoming peace talks with Russia. They stress that any agreement must honor Ukraine's sovereignty and establish a ceasefire. The EU stands firm in its support for Ukraine's defense and its ambitions for EU membership, highlighting the importance of stability in the region.