Trump pressures Ukraine to strike peace deal with Russia
US President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Ukraine to negotiate an end to its war with Russia, blaming President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for delaying peace efforts during a White House appearance on Tuesday. Trump said Zelenskyy must want to settle the conflict, referencing a contentious February 2025 Oval Office meeting and warning that Ukrainian people may not tolerate continued fighting. Zelenskyy met US envoy Steve Witkoff in Oslo, proposing a trilateral leaders' meeting, with Witkoff expected in Russia on Wednesday. The pressure follows reported restrictions on Ukraine's Starshield satellite system, with conflicting blame between the White House and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. Trump has also eased tensions with Russia, including waiving sanctions and arranging a diesel deal.