As Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about stopping hostilities amid Friday's summit with President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity of Ukraine's participation in the talks.

Halyna Yanchenko, a member of the Ukrainian Parliament, told Scripps News it is important for Ukraine to maintain its "red lines" in negotiations, particularly regarding land. Yanchenko strongly opposed any discussions about trading Ukrainian land, arguing that it involves people and families, not just territory.

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President Trump has suggested that Ukraine might be forced to concede some territory in order to get Russia to agree to a ceasefire. Zelenskyy h

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