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Trump Suggests Peace With Russia Should Precede Ukraine's Tomahawk Missile Request During Zelensky Meeting
Oct 18, 2025 02:15 am CST
During a White House meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US President Donald Trump indicated reluctance to provide Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles, preferring to pursue peace negotiations with Russia first. The discussion occurs as Trump announces a new summit with Putin in Budapest, highlighting the complex diplomatic balancing act as Russia continues to occupy approximately one-fifth of Ukrainian territory after more than three years of conflict.
Zelensky: Gaza Ceasefire Success Creates Momentum for Ukraine Peace Negotiations
Oct 14, 2025 03:01 am CST
Ukrainian President Zelensky expresses optimism following the Gaza ceasefire, suggesting that President Trump's successful mediation could translate to Ukraine's conflict with Russia. Despite Russia controlling one-fifth of Ukraine and maintaining hardline demands, international leaders are urging Trump to leverage his diplomatic influence toward resolving Europe's largest conflict since World War II.
Failed Peace Momentum: Russia-Ukraine Conflict Intensifies Despite Trump-Putin Summit
Oct 08, 2025 09:40 pm CST
Russia acknowledges the diplomatic momentum from the Trump-Putin Alaska summit has dissipated, as both nations exchange deadly strikes and peace negotiations stall. US consideration of sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine threatens further escalation in the three-year conflict that has displaced millions and left Russia occupying one-fifth of Ukrainian territory.