Zelensky arrives ahead of G7 summit as Trump signals possible Ukraine breakthrough

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Evian, France on Tuesday for the G7 summit as Donald Trump signaled potential movement toward resolving the conflict in Ukraine. The gathering comes after more than four years of war following Russia's 2022 invasion. Trump expressed optimism about peace prospects, though he provided few specifics. G7 leaders plan to discuss strategies for ending the war, with Zelensky's presence underscoring Ukraine's central role in negotiations. The timing suggests diplomatic efforts may be intensifying, even as fighting continues on the ground.