Breaking news: Trump backs off cease-fire demand, aligning with Putin
President Trump adopted Russia’s preference for a pursuing sweeping peace deal in Ukraine.
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Aug. 16, 2025, 8:43 a.m. ET

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Trump Backs Off Cease-Fire Demand in Ukraine War, Aligning With Putin

Breaking with Ukraine and European allies, President Trump adopted Russia’s preference for pursuing a sweeping peace deal after meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

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