Kyiv is seeking to resist a US push for a deal which would see territory handed over to Russia.

White House envoys say the Ukraine peace process hinges "on Russia's readiness," but Mr. Trump is once again voicing disappointment with Kyiv.

Looking to shake off Moscow’s cultural influences, Kyiv has been seeking to highlight the Ukrainian roots of Kazimir Malevich, a renowned avant-garde painter.

As Trump made his comments, Zelensky said he would be briefed by his negotiators, adding "some issues can only be discussed in person".

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Trump Jr.'s comments are a sign of growing frustration over the failure of the Ukraine peace efforts to end the war

Representatives have been meeting in Miami this week.

European governments are fearful that Washington is laying the groundwork for an ultimatum to Kyiv on Moscow's terms.

Oleksiy Melnychenko, chief barista and manager of a cafe in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson, held out as long as he could, serving doses of caffeine and normality to residents struggling amid Russian artillery and air attacks.