Overview

• President Trump claims a peace agreement with Russia is close but accuses Ukrainian President Zelensky of obstructing negotiations by refusing to recognize Crimea as Russian territory.
• Zelensky categorically rejects the U.S.-backed proposal, stating that Crimea is part of Ukraine and citing constitutional and sovereignty grounds.
• Russian missile strikes on Kyiv overnight killed at least nine people and injured 63, including children, highlighting ongoing hostilities during negotiations.
• The U.S. proposal reportedly includes recognizing Crimea as Russian, territorial exchanges, and barring Ukraine from NATO, raising concerns among European allies.
• Diplomatic talks in London between U.S., Ukrainian, and European officials failed to make progress, with Zelensky reiterating Ukraine's demand for a full and unconditional ceasefire.