Trump warns Zelensky: Sign peace deal or lose Ukraine

WorldPolitics
24 Apr 2025 • 3:19 PM MYT
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  • US President Donald Trump has criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for not accepting a peace deal with Russia, claiming an agreement was near.
  • Mr Trump accused Mr Zelensky of prolonging the conflict by refusing to cede Crimea, and said he must sign a deal or lose his country.
  • Mr Zelensky maintains that Crimea is Ukrainian territory and not up for negotiation.
  • US officials have presented a peace proposal which would allow Russia to retain control of some occupied Ukrainian territory.
  • Vice-President JD Vance earlier threatened US withdrawal from peace talks if the proposal wasn't accepted.

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