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Macron and Trump Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire, Highlighting Transatlantic Differences

The leaders express optimism for a potential ceasefire within weeks but face criticism over the exclusion of Ukraine and Europe in key negotiations.

  • French President Emmanuel Macron and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed a potential Ukraine ceasefire during a meeting in Washington, expressing hopes for progress within weeks.
  • Macron emphasized that any peace agreement must not equate to Ukraine's capitulation and called for European involvement in ensuring Ukraine's security.
  • Trump's administration faced backlash for supporting a UN resolution that avoided naming Russia as the aggressor, signaling a shift in U.S. policy on the conflict.
  • The absence of Ukraine and European allies in U.S.-Russia talks raised concerns about decisions being made without their input, particularly on security guarantees and resource agreements.
  • Macron acknowledged past European failures in deterring Russian aggression and proposed a European-led peacekeeping force as part of long-term security measures.
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