Ukraine Expresses Frustration with US Peace Efforts, Citing Pressure on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy states that the US is exerting too much pressure on Kyiv and not enough on Moscow regarding peace talks, as Ukraine's patience wears thin.

19 Feb, 22:13 — 20 Feb, 13:21

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

The coverage highlights a shared understanding that peace talks are stalling, but the outlets diverge significantly on the underlying reasons and key actors influencing the situation. Al Jazeera focuses on Ukraine's frustration with perceived imbalanced US pressure, while The Wall Street Journal introduces the unique angle of both Russia and Ukraine aiming to appease Donald Trump. These differing perspectives present distinct narratives regarding the obstacles to peace.

What sources agree on

Peace talks concerning Ukraine are currently stalled or have failed.
Ukraine is expressing frustration or is involved in the stalled peace efforts.

Where they diverge

Primary reason for peace talks stalling or Ukraine's frustration

Al Jazeera

Ukraine's patience is wearing thin due to the US putting too much pressure on Kyiv and not enough on Moscow.

The Wall Street Journal

Peace talks are stalling because Russia and Ukraine share a common aim to keep Donald Trump happy.

Notable gaps

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy directly expressing frustration with US peace efforts.

Covered by aljazeera · Not in The Wall Street Journal

The influence of Donald Trump on the peace talks, specifically Russia and Ukraine's aim to keep him happy.

Covered by The Wall Street Journal · Not in aljazeera

Russia 'skirting pressure' in the context of peace efforts.

Covered by aljazeera · Not in The Wall Street Journal

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Coverage Timeline

wsj19 Feb, 22:13First to report

As Peace Talks Stall, Russia and Ukraine Share One Aim: Keep Trump Happy - The Wall Street Journal

Al Jazeera20 Feb, 13:21

Ukraine’s patience with US peace push wears thin as Russia skirts pressure

Read at source (2 outlets)

Al Jazeera2h ago

Ukraine’s patience with US peace push wears thin as Russia skirts pressure

The US is putting too much pressure on Kyiv and not enough on Moscow, says Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after more failed talks.

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wsj17h ago

As Peace Talks Stall, Russia and Ukraine Share One Aim: Keep Trump Happy - The Wall Street Journal

As Peace Talks Stall, Russia and Ukraine Share One Aim: Keep Trump Happy The Wall Street Journal

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PERSPECTA

Ukraine Expresses Frustration with US Peace Efforts, Citing Pressure on Kyiv

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What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Notable gaps

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Coverage Timeline

As Peace Talks Stall, Russia and Ukraine Share One Aim: Keep Trump Happy - The Wall Street Journal

Ukraine’s patience with US peace push wears thin as Russia skirts pressure

Read at source (2 outlets)

Ukraine’s patience with US peace push wears thin as Russia skirts pressure

As Peace Talks Stall, Russia and Ukraine Share One Aim: Keep Trump Happy - The Wall Street Journal

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