Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:20am on 05 Sep 2025,Friday International
Putin rejected Western proposals for international "reassurance forces" in Ukraine, warning any deployed troops would be "legitimate targets." This follows a Paris summit where 26 allies, led by France and UK, committed to deploying forces post-ceasefire to prevent "new major aggression." French President Macron stressed troops wouldn't engage frontlines or wage war against Russia. Putin maintained readiness for talks with Zelensky but saw "little point" due to disagreement on key issues. Trump indicated possible US air support while maintaining dialogue with Putin. Russia insists on full peace deal rather than initial ceasefire, controlling only Crimea among five illegally annexed Ukrainian territories. Western leaders believe Moscow seeks more territorial gains during prolonged negotiations in the 40-month conflict. (PC: ABC & X)
