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Ukrainian officials, meanwhile, continue to advocate for immediate ceasefires to facilitate broader peace talks. Although President Zelensky agreed to a 30-day ceasefire proposal from US President Donald Trump—intended to create space for negotiations—Vladimir Putin remains resistant. Instead, Russia offers vague commitments to future peace agreements, demanding Ukraine curb NATO aspirations, recognize Crimea as part of Russia, and withdraw from contested regions—a stance considered non-starter by Kyiv.