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Peace at what price? Trump's pressure on Ukraine grows

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Trump ramps up pressure on Ukraine to strike a peace deal with Russia, raising fears Kyiv could be forced into painful concessions.

Donald Trump is ramping up pressure on Ukraine to make peace with Russia. But European leaders blame Moscow for blocking a deal. As US and Ukrainian officials hold talks in Oslo, concerns grow over what Kyiv may have to sacrifice to end the war.

In this episode: Trump's growing pressure on Ukraine to accept a peace deal. The territory and concessions Kyiv could be forced to give up. Why European leaders accuse Russia of standing in the way of peace. Inside the high-stakes talks between Washington and Kyiv in Oslo. The mounting human cost of war as Russian attacks continue. SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.

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