UK, Germany, France back ceasefire talks between Ukraine and Russia

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Britain, Germany, and France publicly endorsed Ukraine's push for direct ceasefire negotiations with Russia after meeting with President Zelenskyy in London. The three European leaders aligned behind Zelenskyy's call for talks with Putin, signaling coordinated Western support for diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict. The move reflects growing momentum among major European powers to pursue negotiated settlements, though it remains unclear whether Russia will engage in such discussions or what terms might be acceptable to either side.