'Putin is bluffing,' Zelenskyy tells Trump as European leaders push for ceasefire

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Two days before a significant meeting in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukraine and Germany's leaders held a virtual summit emphasizing Ukraine's involvement in discussions. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stressed the need for a ceasefire, which Trump supported. Zelenskyy expressed concerns about Putin's intentions and the necessity for Ukraine to be included in negotiations. Both Zelenskyy and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted the importance of Ukraine's presence in future talks, while Trump indicated a willingness for a follow-up meeting involving Zelenskyy.