President Trump pushes for a historic Putin-Zelensky meeting as the “next phase” of the Ukraine peace process. Kremlin signals reluctance, with Lavrov stressing the need for careful preparation and Putin wary of legitimizing Zelensky. Security guarantees remain the biggest obstacle: U.S. rules out ground troops but explores air support while Europe considers troop deployments. Analysts … Continue reading Trump Pushes Putin-Zelensky Meeting Amid Uncertain Peace Talks Washington and Moscow diverge over timing, scope, and security guarantees for Ukraine