Vladimir Putin has been issued an ultimatum by Keir Starmer and European leaders to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine.
The UK Prime Minister travelled to the capital of Ukraine to be hosted by President Volodymyr Zelensky in peace talks.
It comes after Donald Trump put pressure on the Kremlin, calling for "ideally" a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
The US president also warned that if any temporary treaty is violated, the US and its allies will "impose further sanctions."
Vladimir Putin has been issued an ultimatum by Keir Starmer and European leaders to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine
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In a lengthy Truth Social post, Trump declared that the peace process "can all be done very quickly" and that he would "be available on a moment’s notice if my services are needed."
He added: "Thousands of young soldiers are dying on a weekly basis, and everybody should want it to STOP. I do, and the United States of America does, also.
"As President, I will stay committed to securing Peace between Russia and Ukraine, together with the Europeans, and a Lasting Peace it will be! This ceasefire must ultimately build toward a Peace Agreement."
Putin has been increasingly blamed for resisting calls for a temporary ceasefire.
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Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, Donald Tusk and Friedrich Merz released a joint statement backing President Trump's calls for a peace deal
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Trump's recent call highlights the US shifting position to align with the European nations' attempt to force Putin into a peace deal diplomatic deal to end the ongoing conflict.
Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, Donald Tusk and Friedrich Merz released a joint statement backing President Trump's calls for a peace deal.
They urged Russia to "stop obstructing efforts to secure an enduring peace".
Ukraine's foreign minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed that Ukraine and its allies are ready for a "full, unconditional ceasefire" for at least 30 days starting on Monday.
European leaders warned they would continue to 'ratchet up pressure on Russia's war machine' until Moscow agrees to a lasting ceasefire
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The leaders warned they would continue to "ratchet up pressure on Russia's war machine" until Moscow agrees to a lasting ceasefire.
They stated clearly that "the bloodshed must end" and that Russia must stop its illegal invasion.
The European leaders are expected to host a virtual meeting to update others on progress towards a peacekeeping force.
Military officers from around 30 countries have been involved in planning the coalition.
