President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Washington for high-stakes talks with President Donald Trump, joined by several European leaders, as efforts intensify to end the war with Russia. The meeting follows a recent summit between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, which did not produce a ceasefire but resulted in promises of security guarantees for Ukraine. Trump has stated that Ukraine reclaiming Crimea or joining the Western military alliance are not options, signaling a shift toward Russia's long-held positions. European leaders are concerned that Washington may pressure Ukraine to accept territorial concessions, as Moscow continues to demand control over regions it has partially occupied. Zelensky remains firm against ceding territory but is open to further discussions, while ongoing Russian attacks highlight the urgency of the negotiations.
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