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Trump and Zelensky appear at loggerheads despite Oslo optimism
BBC NewsTuesday, October 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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The Ukrainian leader's hug with Steve Witkoff in the Norwegian capital is unlikely to dispel misgivings about US policy towards his country, writes Paul Adams.
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- Why it matters
- This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today. The Ukrainian leader's hug with Steve Witkoff in the Norwegian capital is unlikely to dispel misgivings about US policy towards his country, writes Paul Adams. Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Trump and Zelensky.
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What happened
The Ukrainian leader's hug with Steve Witkoff in the Norwegian capital is unlikely to dispel misgivings about US policy towards his country, writes Paul Adams.
Why it matters
This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today.
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BBC News published: Trump and Zelensky appear at loggerheads despite Oslo optimism
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Economic impact
Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Trump and Zelensky.
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