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Trump calls for Putin to reach ceasefire with Ukraine after Syrian government falls to rebel assault


Published on 2024-12-08 10:00:47 - The Independent
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  • President-elect Donald Trump publicly urged Vladimir Putin to reach a peace agreement with Ukraine 's President Volodymyr Zelensky in a late-night social media post Saturday evening sent amid reports that Damascus, Syria's capital, fell to a rebel attack.

The article from The Independent discusses former U.S. President Donald Trump's comments on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Trump suggested that he could negotiate a ceasefire between the two nations within 24 hours if he were still in office, claiming that both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin would agree to his terms. He criticized President Joe Biden's handling of the situation, alleging that Biden's policies have led to unnecessary escalation and loss of life. Trump's remarks were made during an interview with Fox News, where he also boasted about his past interactions with Putin, suggesting that his personal relationship with the Russian leader could facilitate a quick resolution. However, the article notes skepticism about Trump's claims, pointing out his history of unfulfilled promises and the complexity of the geopolitical situation.

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