Trump willing meet Putin: The White House has confirmed that former U.S. President Donald Trump is open to meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Turkey, as efforts continue to secure a ceasefire.
Although recent talks between the two sides in Istanbul did not yield any major breakthroughs, they did result in an agreement on a large-scale prisoner exchange. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has suggested hosting a third round of high-level discussions later this month in either Istanbul or Ankara, involving Trump, Putin, and Zelensky. While Putin has declined the invitation so far, Zelensky has expressed willingness, emphasizing that critical matters can only be resolved at the leadership level.
“Trump is open to it if it comes to that,” said White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt, noting that the former president believes direct dialogue between the two leaders is essential. Zelensky, following the talks, called on Trump to take firmer action and increase sanctions against Russia to help secure a full ceasefire. He stressed that the aggressor must not be rewarded for initiating war.
In Monday’s meeting, Ukraine reported that Russia rejected its demand for an unconditional ceasefire, instead proposing a short-term truce lasting two to three days in specific frontline areas. Russia continues to insist on Ukraine’s withdrawal from four partially occupied regions—Donetsk, Lugansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson—as well as a prohibition on NATO membership and a halt to Western military assistance.
Despite the stalemate, both sides agreed on a substantial prisoner exchange, covering at least 1,000 severely injured and young fighters. Additionally, they coordinated the repatriation of 6,000 fallen soldiers. Ukraine is currently reviewing a new proposal from Russian negotiators that outlines terms for a broader peace agreement. Kyiv maintains that any lasting deal can only be achieved after a complete halt in hostilities by land, air, and sea.
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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan described the talks as “constructive” and confirmed that preparations are ongoing for a potential summit involving the three leaders.
Since the start of Russia’s invasion, tens of thousands have died and millions have been displaced, resulting in Europe’s worst refugee crisis since World War II. Meanwhile, Ukraine has taken responsibility for a daring drone strike on Russian airbases, reportedly damaging about 40 strategic bombers worth approximately $7 billion.
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