Donald Trump says peace deal for Ukraine is 'pretty close' while envoy meets with Putin in Kremlin. Talks described as 'fragile'. US proposes plan that includes letting Putin keep seized territory and Crimea. Russian general killed in car bombing in Moscow. Tensions escalate with Romania. Zelensky blames North Korea for missile strike in Kyiv with American components. Trump criticizes Biden's handling of the war. US peace plan criticized for forcing Ukraine to make concessions to Russia.
Key Points
Donald Trump says peace deal is 'pretty close' with no set deadline
US proposes plan that includes letting Putin keep seized territory and Crimea
Russian general killed in car bombing in Moscow
Zelensky blames North Korea for missile strike in Kyiv with American components
Pros
Progress being made towards a peace deal
High-level diplomatic talks between US and Russia
Cons
Fragile nature of the negotiations
US plan may force Ukraine to make significant concessions to Russia