Donald Trump hands Putin win with retreat from Ukraine peace talks

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By having Moscow and Kyiv negotiate directly on a framework for peace talks before a truce is in place, Trump is essentially allowing Putin to buy time, said another European official familiar with Monday’s discussions.

Asked at the White House if the newly elevated Pope Leo XIV could help bring peace to Ukraine, Trump said: “I do.” He had the same answer when asked if he believed Putin wanted peace.

After two hours talking with Putin, Trump said on social media that Ukraine and Russia would “immediately start negotiations” toward a ceasefire — but possibly without the US.

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Category: BusinessFinance

Markets: IndiaMaliTurkeyUkraine

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Published On: 2025-05-20 @ 22:29:07 (7 hours ago)

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