Trump claims breakthrough in Ukraine talks with Putin, but ceasefire remains uncertain

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Donald Trump claimed Russia and Ukraine would begin immediate peace talks after a call with Vladimir Putin, despite Putin's refusal of an unconditional truce. Trump presented the call as a breakthrough, while Putin was more reserved, stating readiness to work with Kyiv but requiring compromises. Ukrainian President Zelensky urged Trump not to make decisions without Ukraine's involvement. Trump expressed confidence in Putin's desire for peace, despite previously calling for a 30-day ceasefire that Putin rejected. Putin described the call as "useful" and indicated a willingness to discuss a ceasefire memorandum with Ukraine.