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Trump urges 30‑day ceasefire amid rising tensions in Ukraine

Donald Trump has called on Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky to halt the conflict in Ukraine, proposing a 30-day ceasefire. The U.S. President emphasized that his appeal is directed at both parties involved in the conflict.

Trump addressed Putin and Zelensky
Trump addressed Putin and Zelensky
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Justyna Lasota-Krawczyk

What do you need to know?

        
  • Donald Trump has appealed to Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky to end the war in Ukraine, suggesting a 30-day ceasefire.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine has warned of a potential large-scale air attack in the coming days, urging American citizens to exercise caution.
  • Trump plans to travel to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, where he intends to continue peace talks.

Trump on the war in Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has clearly stated his position on the conflict in Ukraine. This time, he directly addressed Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin.

- I have a message for both parties: Get this war ended. Get this stupid war finished. That's my message for both of them, - Trump said to reporters in the Oval Office.

His appeal came in the context of a warning from the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv about a potential air attack.

What does the U.S. Embassy warning mean?

The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine issued a warning to American citizens in the country, informing them about the risk of a large-scale air attack in the coming days.

The warning was published on the embassy's website, emphasizing that the attack could occur at any moment. This warning is part of broader diplomatic efforts to enhance the security of U.S. citizens.

What are Trump's next steps in the peace process?

Trump, who is soon to embark on a trip to Middle Eastern countries, announced that he will continue his involvement in peace talks.

On Thursday, he again called for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, threatening sanctions for failing to respect the truce. The U.S. President emphasized that he will remain engaged in peace talks together with European partners.

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