‘Ceasefire would prolong conflict’: Kremlin says US shares Russia’s view; Trump-Zelenskyy meet next

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy briefed UK PM Starmer on frontline updates and preparations for his meeting with US President Trump. Trump also spoke with Russian President Putin ahead of the talks, with both sides reportedly agreeing a ceasefire could prolong the conflict. EU leaders reaffirmed support for Ukraine, as Zelenskyy prepares to present his peace proposal.