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Trump Urges Ukraine to Cede Land in Tense Talks

10/21/2025

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Trump Skeptical on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed skepticism Ukraine can reclaim territory from Russia, saying, "I don’t think they will, but they could still win it."
He rejected Ukraine's request for long-range missiles during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Reports indicate he urged Zelenskyy to cede land to Russia, aligning with Vladimir Putin's demands.
European officials described the discussions as challenging.
Trump pressed for a ceasefire along current battle lines.

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Zelenskyy Pursues Defense

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy aims to acquire 25 Patriot missile systems to boost Ukraine's air defense.
Delivery delays continue as Zelenskyy meets with Patriot system manufacturers during his Washington visit and rejects any land concessions to Russia.
European officials criticized U.S. President Donald Trump after his meeting with Zelenskyy.
They plan new sanctions on Russia targeting LNG and penalizing energy purchases from India and China.

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Trump Skeptical on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed skepticism Ukraine can reclaim territory from Russia, saying, "I don’t think they will, but they could still win it."
He rejected Ukraine's request for long-range missiles during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Reports indicate he urged Zelenskyy to cede land to Russia, aligning with Vladimir Putin's demands.
European officials described the discussions as challenging.
Trump pressed for a ceasefire along current battle lines.

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