Exclusive: Zelensky, Trump, Macron hold behind-the-scenes meeting at G7 summit as Ukraine pushes peace talks (opens original article in a new tab)

Ukrainian President Zelensky met with U.S. President Trump and French President Macron at the G7 summit to advance peace talks with Russia, as Kyiv pushes for direct negotiations with Putin amid stalled U.S.-mediated efforts.

• Zelensky met with Trump and Macron at G7 summit on June 16
• Ukraine seeks direct talks with Putin to revive peace efforts
• U.S.-mediated peace talks frozen since February due to focus on Iran conflict