Trump wants end to Russia's war in Ukraine by 8 August, US tells UN
'Both Russia and Ukraine must negotiate a ceasefire and durable peace. It is time to make a deal. President Trump has made clear this must be done by August 8. The United States is prepared to implement additional measures to secure peace,' senior US diplomat John Kelley told the 15-member council.
The move aligns with Trump's campaign promise to swiftly resolve the Ukraine conflict upon taking office in January 2025.
Initially, Trump criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and suspended US weapons supplies. However, he later changed his mind, resuming aid and threatening Russia with severe sanctions if a deal is not reached.
Earlier this week, Trump said that he was reducing the 50-day deadline he gave Russia over its war in Ukraine to "10 or 12" days, underscoring his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin for prolonging fighting between the two countries.
Ukrainian officials, including Zelenskyy's chief of staff Andriy Yermak, welcomed Trump's stance on Monday, emphasizing that 'Putin only understands strength.'
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