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What’s emerged from the Washington-led effort to end the war in Ukraine suggests a deal that seems likely to be favorable to Russia

Ukraine and its allies in Europe are upping their pressure on Russia to accept terms for a 30-day ceasefire that would begin as early as Monday. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said

The announcement was made by leaders of Britain, France, Germany, Poland and Ukraine after a meeting in Kyiv, and a phone call with President Trump.

Vice President JD Vance has acknowledged the limits of American mediation as Moscow rejects a full 30-day ceasefire.