Donald Trump aims for a ceasefire in Ukraine during his summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy is excluded from the talks, raising concerns among European allies about potential territorial concessions. Trump insists he will not negotiate on Ukraine's behalf, emphasizing that decisions on territorial swaps should be made by Ukraine itself. He expresses urgency for a quick resolution, stating a desire for the killing to stop immediately. The summit location features military displays, highlighting its significance in U.S.-Russia relations.
Mr Trump and Mr Putin have shared closely watched handshakes before, but their latest one will be as scrutinised as any, as will their body language or hints about how each is feeling.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who was not invited to the talks, and his European allies fear Trump might sell out Ukraine by essentially freezing the conflict and recognising - if only informally - Russian control over one fifth of Ukraine.
Trump sought to assuage such concerns as he boarded Air Force One, saying he would let Ukraine decide on any possible territorial swaps.
I want to see a ceasefire rapidly... I'm not going to be happy if it's not today... I want the killing to stop.
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