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Why the US cancelled Donald Trump’s meeting with Vladimir Putin

Trump warns Putin 'I'm not wasting my time' as he makes demand to Russian leader
  • The United States cancelled a planned summit in Budapest between Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
  • The cancellation stemmed from Russia's firm stance on hardline demands, including Ukraine surrendering additional territory for a ceasefire.
  • The decision reportedly followed a tense call between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, after which Rubio informed Donald Trump of Moscow's unwillingness to negotiate.
  • Donald Trump had previously backed Ukraine's call for an immediate ceasefire based on current lines.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated Ukraine would not withdraw troops from additional territory and urged Donald Trump to provide further support, including long-range missiles, to pressure Putin.
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