Why is Trump calling for peace between Russia and Ukraine now?

17 June, 2026, 09:30 pm

Last modified: 17 June, 2026, 09:33 pm

Why is Trump calling for peace between Russia and Ukraine now?

17 June, 2026, 09:30 pm

Last modified: 17 June, 2026, 09:33 pm

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the G7 Summit in France to discuss efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump called for a peace deal, while G7 leaders announced new support measures for Ukraine, including air-defence assistance and winter aid. The summit also focused on the US-Iran agreement, the planned reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a 60-day negotiation process set to begin following Friday's formal signing in Geneva.

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