Putin considers ceasefire talks with Trump as Ukraine conflict continues

Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a ceasefire in Ukraine with Donald Trump, who is set to return as U.S. President. However, Putin insists that Ukraine must abandon its NATO ambitions and will not make major territorial concessions. Moscow currently controls significant parts of Ukraine, including most of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. While Russia may agree to freeze the conflict along current front lines, it is unlikely to withdraw from key territories without security guarantees for both sides. Putin has stated that any ceasefire must reflect the realities on the ground, and he fears a temporary truce could allow Ukraine to rearm. The future of Crimea remains off the table in negotiations, with Russia maintaining its claim over the region.