Ukrainian President Zelenskyy showed openness to a US-proposed ceasefire on strikes against energy infrastructure, contingent on more details from Washington and US guarantees. He emphasized continuation of military operations in Russia's border regions and dismissed broader ceasefire terms suggested by Putin during his call with Trump.
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