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Zelenskyy-Putin Meeting Possible Amid Ceasefire Push

8/19/2025

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed a potential meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin within two weeks.
Trump highlighted the importance of a ceasefire before any peace agreement during discussions about the summit.
European leaders showed optimism after meeting with Trump, who suggested possible US security guarantees for Ukraine.
Despite advancements, substantial differences persist between Ukraine and Russia on critical issues.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed a potential meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin within two weeks.
Trump highlighted the importance of a ceasefire before any peace agreement during discussions about the summit.
European leaders showed optimism after meeting with Trump, who suggested possible US security guarantees for Ukraine.
Despite advancements, substantial differences persist between Ukraine and Russia on critical issues.