Thursday briefing: Thanks to an erratic Trump, peace in Ukraine is still far away

Donald Trump's sudden announcement of an "energy ceasefire" in the Ukraine-Russia conflict has added uncertainty to the situation. This move, made without consulting either side, has caused confusion among allies and hindered efforts towards a peaceful resolution. The conflict remains far from over, with Russia resisting a ceasefire and Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, expressing skepticism about the deal. The situation's unpredictability is likely to continue, with potential consequences for global markets and trade.

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Russia's resistance to a ceasefire and Trump's shifting priorities are causing uncertainty and unrest. This is making it difficult to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

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