President Trump warned Putin of severe consequences if the Ukraine war doesn't halt after their Alaska summit. This followed a virtual meeting where Zelenskyy downplayed Putin's military strength and the impact of sanctions, urging a ceasefire. European leaders, backing Zelenskyy, emphasised the need to protect their security interests, while Trump hinted at potential land swaps, a proposal Ukraine firmly rejects.
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