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How did Zelensky's meeting with Trump go?

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Zelensky's meeting with Trump in Florida resulted in optimism and progress on a revised 20-point peace plan, with 90% reportedly agreed upon and consensus on U.S.-Ukraine security guarantees. However, no final deal was reached, as major issues like territorial concessions and Russia's role remain unresolved. Both leaders expressed willingness to continue negotiations, but ongoing Russian hostilities and skepticism about Putin's intentions persist.

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Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal

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  • Trump and Zelenskyy met in Florida to discuss Ukraine peace efforts 18s
  • Revised 20-point peace plan is 90% agreed, security guarantees settled 30s
  • Little progress on Donbass territorial concessions, a key issue 47s
  • Putin remains a major obstacle; recent Russian attacks highlight ongoing conflict 1m 2s
  • Further talks planned, but risk of prolonged war acknowledged 2m 21s

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Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal
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CBC News
3 hours ago
Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal

Following the meeting between Zelensky and Trump in Florida, there was progress but no final peace deal. They agreed on 90% of a revised 20-point peace plan and on U.S.-Ukraine security guarantees, but major issues like territorial concessions and Russia's role remain unresolved.

Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal
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CBC News
3 hours ago
Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal

Trump stated, 'We're getting a lot closer, maybe very close,' citing near-complete agreement on the peace plan and security guarantees. However, little progress was made on territorial issues, and Putin remains a significant obstacle.

Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal
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CBC News
3 hours ago
Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal

Putin, who spoke with Trump by phone, is still seen as the biggest obstacle to peace. Despite Trump's claim that Putin wants peace, ongoing Russian attacks and statements suggest otherwise.

Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal
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CBC News
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Trump-Zelenskyy meeting ends with optimism but no deal

Zelensky stated that U.S. and Ukrainian teams will continue working on unresolved issues, with the possibility of future meetings involving European leaders and Russia.

Trump meets with Zelenskyy, insists Putin is ready for peace
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13 hours ago
Trump meets with Zelenskyy, insists Putin is ready for peace

Trump insisted both Zelensky and Putin are serious about achieving peace, and that a resolution could be clear within weeks, though tough issues like territorial concessions remain.

Trump meets with Zelenskyy, insists Putin is ready for peace
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CBS News
13 hours ago
Trump meets with Zelenskyy, insists Putin is ready for peace

The revised U.S. peace proposal remains under discussion, with Russia demanding Ukraine relinquish Donbass. Zelensky emphasized any territorial concessions would require a national referendum and called for security guarantees from the West.

Trump meets Zelenskyy, says they've 'got to make a deal'
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Trump meets Zelenskyy, says they've 'got to make a deal'

Zelensky and Trump discussed an 80-point plan, with 90% completed, focusing on economic benefits and reconstruction for Ukraine. Trump expressed optimism about moving quickly toward peace.

Trump meets Zelenskyy, says they've 'got to make a deal'
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Trump meets Zelenskyy, says they've 'got to make a deal'

Trump asserted both Ukraine and Russia want the war to end, warning of the high human cost if the conflict continues, and expressed optimism about rapid progress toward peace.

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