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Trump Criticizes Zelensky's Role in Peace Talks

1/15/2026

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Trump Critiques Zelensky

U.S. President Donald Trump said January 14, 2025, that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky impedes peace talks and is less willing to strike a deal than Vladimir Putin.
Trump said he would meet Zelensky at Davos but did not confirm plans.
Diplomatic efforts show an end to conflict nearing completion, though gaps remain between U.S.-European positions and Russia.
Ukrainian officials remain involved, while some European leaders question Putin's commitment to peace.

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Trump Critiques Zelensky

U.S. President Donald Trump said January 14, 2025, that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky impedes peace talks and is less willing to strike a deal than Vladimir Putin.
Trump said he would meet Zelensky at Davos but did not confirm plans.
Diplomatic efforts show an end to conflict nearing completion, though gaps remain between U.S.-European positions and Russia.
Ukrainian officials remain involved, while some European leaders question Putin's commitment to peace.

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