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Trump-Putin Summit Nears as U.S. Truce Deadline Takes Effect

A ceasefire blueprint to lock in Russia’s current battle lines is progressing under Trump’s ultimatum for peace or new sanctions.

Overview

  • White House and Kremlin officials confirm a meeting could take place next week, though date and venue remain undecided.
  • President Trump rules out requiring a meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy before his own talks, while Putin expresses conditional willingness to meet Zelenskyy later.
  • U.S. and Russian negotiators are drafting a truce framework that would freeze front lines and effectively recognize territories seized by Russia.
  • Trump’s Friday deadline for a ceasefire or fresh sanctions on Russian oil buyers has arrived, with secondary tariffs poised to pressure Moscow.
  • Ukraine and its European allies warn that sidelining Kyiv risks undermining any deal and remain doubtful of Putin’s commitment to a lasting peace.