US hints at Ukraine concessions ahead of Trump-Putin call to discuss ceasefire
US officials are optimistic that a ceasefire deal between Ukraine and Russia could be reached within weeks. This positive outlook follows recent talks, including a meeting between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin, and precedes an expected discussion between Presidents Trump and Putin this week.
While details remain unclear, the US has proposed a halt in fighting, a proposal Kyiv has reportedly accepted. However, Putin has raised "serious questions" and listed conditions, suggesting Ukraine may need to make significant concessions for a deal to materialize. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described his talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as "promising," hinting at a potential announcement soon.
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US officials are optimistic that a ceasefire deal between Ukraine and Russia could be reached within weeks. This positive outlook follows recent talks, including a meeting between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin, and precedes an expected discussion between Presidents Trump and Putin this week.
While details remain unclear, the US has proposed a halt in fighting, a proposal Kyiv has reportedly accepted. However, Putin has raised "serious questions" and listed conditions, suggesting Ukraine may need to make significant concessions for a deal to materialize. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described his talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as "promising," hinting at a potential announcement soon.
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