Zelensky Rejects Putin’s Donbas Demand Ahead of Trump-Putin Alaska Summit

Zelensky Rejects Putin’s Donbas Demand Ahead of Trump-Putin Alaska Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vows not to cede Donbas to Russia, warning it would be a springboard for future offensives. His stance comes days before the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska.
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Trump, Putin to Meet in Alaska Friday for High-Stakes Ukraine War Talks

Trump, Putin to Meet in Alaska Friday for High-Stakes Ukraine War Talks
President Trump will meet Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, on Aug. 15 for talks on ending the Ukraine war. Ceasefire, territory, and diplomacy on the table.
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Trump Eyes Land Swap in High-Stakes Putin Summit to End Ukraine War

Trump Eyes Land Swap in High-Stakes Putin Summit to End Ukraine War
President Donald Trump proposes a potential Ukraine–Russia land swap ahead of his Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin, sparking fears in frontline towns and concerns across Europe.
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Zelensky Rejects Land Swap Ahead of Trump-Putin Alaska Peace Talks

Zelensky Rejects Land Swap Ahead of Trump-Putin Alaska Peace Talks
Days before Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for high-stakes peace talks, Zelensky vows Ukraine will not cede territory to Russia, setting the stage for tense negotiations.
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Trump-Putin Summit — Hope for Peace or Geopolitical Gamble?

Trump-Putin Summit — Hope for Peace or Geopolitical Gamble?
As Trump and Putin prepare for a high-stakes summit amid the Ukraine war, global leaders and analysts remain skeptical of any swift resolution. Here's what to expect, what’s at stake, and why Ukraine's exclusion could reshape the future of peace talks.
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Zelensky, Trump Push for Ukraine Ceasefire as Deadline Nears

Zelensky, Trump Push for Ukraine Ceasefire as Deadline Nears
Ukrainian President Zelensky and US President Trump held “productive” talks on a potential ceasefire with Russia, a $30B drone deal, and new sanctions, ahead of a key peace deadline.
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Trump Hints at Imminent Putin Meeting Amid Ukraine Peace Push

Trump Hints at Imminent Putin Meeting Amid Ukraine Peace Push
President Trump signals a possible "very soon" meeting with Putin as Ukraine diplomacy gains urgency. A trilateral Trump-Putin-Zelensky summit and new sanctions loom amid ongoing Russian attacks.
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China Blasts U.S. for Hypocrisy Over Trade with Russia

China Blasts U.S. for Hypocrisy Over Trade with Russia
At the UN Security Council, China accused the U.S. of hypocrisy for trading with Russia while pressuring other nations like China and India to stop. Beijing urged Washington to end the blame game and support peaceful negotiations in Ukraine.
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India-Russia HMX Deal Risks U.S. Sanctions

India-Russia HMX Deal Risks U.S. Sanctions
Ideal Detonators, an Indian firm, exported $1.4M in HMX explosives to Russian defense-linked companies, risking U.S. sanctions amid rising Ukrainian casualties.
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Russia and Ukraine Agree on Major POW Swap, But Ceasefire Talks Stall in Turkey

Russia and Ukraine Agree on Major POW Swap, But Ceasefire Talks Stall in Turkey
Russia and Ukraine agreed to a large prisoner of war swap during peace talks in Istanbul. However, major differences remain on ceasefire terms and a potential summit between Putin and Zelensky.
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