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President Trump met with Ukraine's president on Sunday after he had spoken with the Russian leader.

Trump insisted Russia wants to see Ukraine succeed, but Russia kept up attacks over the weekend, so is Moscow really willing to make peace?

I'm Leila Fadil, that's Michelle Martin, and this is Up First from NPR News.

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President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky say they are making progress toward peace in Ukraine.

The two leaders met on Sunday at Mar-a-Lago, where the president has been spending the holidays.

Meanwhile, Russian attacks continued over the weekend and key issues remain unresolved.

NPR White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben is here to give us the latest on the negotiations.

Good morning, Danielle.

Good morning, Michelle.