Trump and Putin Summit Sparks Controversy Over Ukraine Peace Deal
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Alaska to discuss a potential peace deal for the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump supported Putin's proposal for Ukraine to cede territory, a stance that contrasts sharply with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's position and European allies' requests.
In a recent meeting held in Alaska, former U.S. President Donald Trump pushed for a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, suggesting that Ukraine should concede territory to Russia. The meeting followed a summit where Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly demanded more land from Ukraine.
Trump's remarks have sparked outrage, particularly in Ukraine, where President Volodymyr Zelenskiy rejected the demands, insisting on security guarantees and a lasting peace. Trump's stance, however, aligns closely with Moscow's position and challenges the prior European consensus for an immediate ceasefire.
The meeting reflects the complex geopolitical dynamics at play and signals a potential shift in U.S. and Western policy towards the war, which has seen significant casualties and geopolitical tension since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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