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Key FactsZelensky Presses Trump for Stronger Stance on Putin
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kyivindependent.com
- President Zelensky met with Trump during Pope Francis' funeral to urge a tougher stance on Putin and a complete ceasefire.
- The 15-minute conversation on April 26 was the first face-to-face meeting since a tense February encounter.
- Zelensky highlighted the need for security guarantees before making concessions, while Trump reconsidered his approach to Putin.
- Trump expressed concerns about Russia's intentions and indicated that recognition of Crimea as Russian should come from the U.S., not Ukraine.
"It would be a serious violation of international law and undermine global norms on sovereignty and territorial integrity."— Ukrainian lawmaker Oleksandr Merezhko regarding the recognition of Crimea as Russian territory.
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