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flag U.S. and Russia discuss peace steps after Trump-Putin call, but Ukraine rejects territorial concessions.

flag U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held a constructive phone call on October 20, 2025, to advance practical steps following a prior conversation between Presidents Trump and Putin. flag The discussions focused on implementing agreements aimed at resolving the Russia-Ukraine war, with plans for a summit between Trump and Putin in Budapest. flag While details remain scarce, the U.S. emphasized cooperation to achieve a durable peace, despite tensions over proposed territorial concessions. flag Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected any cession of territory and insisted on Ukraine’s inclusion in negotiations. flag Meanwhile, Trump faced criticism for his stance on ending the war through territorial compromise, sparking debate over U.S. foreign policy direction.

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