France Macron: Trump stated intention for a Ukraine cease-fire when he speaks with Putin

France Macron: Trump stated intention for a Ukraine cease-fire when he speaks with Putin

• Post-meeting comments after Trump meeting Zelenskii/European leaders

Present Trump spoke with Ukraine's Zelenskiy and European leaders. France's Macron is speaking and says:

• Trump stated intention for Ukraine cease-fire in talks with Russian.
• Trump also said any territorial issues can only be negotiated with Ukraine.

German Chancellor Merz:

• Hopes for Trump's success at upcoming event in Anchorage on Friday
• A cease-fire must, first in any agreement.
• No question of legally recognizing Russian territory holdings. Trump largely shares are views on this.
• There is hope for peace in Ukraine.

The land grab will always be a sticky point. Putin wants land.