As of May 20, 2025, amidst ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire in Ukraine, Russia controls about 20% of the territory. President Putin has proposed that Ukrainian forces withdraw from four occupied regions. In contrast, President Zelenskyy has firmly rejected this proposal, emphasizing Ukraine's commitment to holding its territories. Following a significant phone call between President Trump and Putin, negotiations towards a ceasefire are set to commence. Zelenskyy advocates for active U.S. participation in these talks, highlighting its importance in the pursuit of a stable peace agreement, especially concerning NATO's role.
Moscow and Kyiv will immediately start negotiations towards a ceasefire and an end to their war following a phone call with Putin that lasted for more than two and a half hours.
Zelenskyy said in a statement that Ukraine remains committed to peace talks, but Russia needs to also demonstrate its readiness to engage in meaningful dialogue.
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