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Trump’s Ukraine peace efforts augur well for his Nobel Peace Prize prospects

US-led talks involving Russia and Ukraine have revived hopes of a negotiated settlement. Abbey Makoe argues that Donald Trump’s diplomatic efforts could earn him serious consideration for the Nobel Peace Prize if they produce a lasting peace.

Trump’s Ukraine peace efforts augur well for his Nobel Peace Prize prospects

Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed that European representatives will participate in the upcoming round of Ukraine peace talks, according to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff. The decision, which was announced by Witkoff, could represent a significant development in the negotiations. However, Putin's remarks highlighted the substantial disagreements between Moscow and European capitals regarding the desired outcome of the conflict.

Witkoff informed Russian state television after his meeting with Putin that "the Europeans will join at the next meeting, which we consider to be a very important moment because they are our partners and it's important to us that they take part."

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