Trump Sees ‘Good Signals’ on Russia-Ukraine Cease-Fire. Zelensky Does Not.

U.S. officials were in Moscow for talks, and the Russian leader said he was open to a cease-fire, but President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine expressed skepticism.

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Trump signals cautious optimism on Russia accepting Ukraine ceasefire

President Trump on Thursday said he hoped Russia would “do the right thing” as his administration presses for a ceasefire agreement between Moscow and Ukraine. Trump told reporters he was getting ...
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Trump set to speak with Putin as he pushes for ceasefire

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Trump puts pressure on Zelensky ahead of Saudi Arabia talks

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US had productive talks with Putin over Ukraine war, Trump says

But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses Russia of dragging out ceasefire talks so it can continue the war.
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Trump turns screws on Zelensky heading into Jeddah talks

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Does Putin really want a ceasefire with Ukraine?

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Zelensky says Russia dragging its heels on ceasefire proposal

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Trump’s Attacks Give Zelensky a Popularity Boost in Ukraine

The Ukrainian leader’s approval rating is rising, and critics have backed off after he was humiliated and criticized by President Trump, who has also demanded new elections in Ukraine.
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Trump: Russia not accepting ceasefire would be 'very disappointing'

President Trump discussed the ongoing talks for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, and said it would be "very disappointing" if Russian President Putin did would not accept it.
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Trump, Rubio and Zelensky have just boxed Putin in

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Ukraine agrees to Trump’s 30-day ceasefire plan

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The Guardian view on Trump and Ukraine: respite is possible, but resolution looks distant | Editorial

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President Trump says Russia could face consequences if it doesn't sign ceasefire with Ukraine

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