Donald Trump stated Crimea would remain with Russia. He suggested Volodymyr Zelenskyy should make concessions. Trump accused Zelenskyy of prolonging the war. He also criticized Vladimir Putin for strikes on Kyiv. Recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities have intensified. Western leaders accuse Putin of stalling negotiations. Zelenskyy mentioned Ukraine accepted a ceasefire proposal earlier.
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