Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed openness to discussing a ceasefire in Ukraine with former U.S. President Donald Trump, should Trump return to office.
However, Putin's conditions are stringent, including Ukraine abandoning its aspirations to join NATO and potentially ceding territory currently under Russian control. The Kremlin appears to be positioning itself for a deal that would freeze the conflict along current battle lines, but without making significant concessions.
This development highlights the geopolitical complexities surrounding the ongoing war and the potential role of U.S. leadership in future peace negotiations.
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Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report
Donald Trump gestures during a bilateral meeting with Russia's President Vladimir Putin at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, June 28, 2019. Source: Reuters | FILE. Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with Donald Trump but...
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Vladimir Putin is reportedly open to discussing a ceasefire in Ukraine with Donald Trump. Sources say the Kremlin might accept a deal that freezes the conflict along current front lines, but they insist Ukraine must abandon its NATO ambitions and likely cede territory.
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