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Trump: Flexibility Needed from Zelensky in Negotiations

August 19, 2025

Donald Trump stated that Volodymyr Zelensky should show flexibility in negotiations with Vladimir Putin. He mentioned that he had communicated with Putin and hopes for positive behavior from him. Trump emphasized that the two leaders will never become ''best friends'', but they are responsible for their decisions. He also asserted that the U.S. will not send troops to Ukraine. These comments come at a critical time as a potential summit meeting approaches.