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Trump to Speak with Putin and Zelensky, Urges End to Ukraine "Carnage"

Dec 16, 2024, 05:25 PM

President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an effort to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Expressing concern over the conflict, Trump stated, "Everyone is being killed... it's gotta stop." He emphasized the need for both leaders to come to an agreement, suggesting that Zelensky should be prepared to make a deal. Trump described resolving the Russia-Ukraine situation as more difficult than addressing issues in the Middle East and mentioned receiving signals from Ukraine indicating a desire to end the war.