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Trump warned of consequences if Russia does not agree to end the war in Ukraine.

He said there would be “very severe consequences” if there is no agreement after their Friday summit in Alaska, though he did not say what those consequences might be. Mr. Trump’s comment Wednesday came after attending a virtual meeting with European leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who told the group that Putin “is bluffing” about seeking peace.

Associated Press - Aug. 13, 2025, 1:54 p.m. ET

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