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Trump Urges Putin, Zelenskyy to Meet Amid Conflict

8/26/2025

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President Trump warned of potential "consequences" if Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy do not meet to discuss the conflict.
He expressed doubt about their willingness to engage due to personal animosity.
Trump highlighted the importance of resolution and indicated he would intervene if necessary.
Ongoing discussions with Putin are confirmed, but no meeting is currently scheduled amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine.

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Story summary

President Trump warned of potential "consequences" if Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy do not meet to discuss the conflict.
He expressed doubt about their willingness to engage due to personal animosity.
Trump highlighted the importance of resolution and indicated he would intervene if necessary.
Ongoing discussions with Putin are confirmed, but no meeting is currently scheduled amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine.