EU Leaders Issue Ceasefire Ultimatum to Russia

EU Officials Issue Urgent Warning to Russia Regarding Ceasefire On May 20, 2025, European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte issued a joint statement regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Their announcement followed a phone call between US President Donald Trump and the Russian president, the details of which remain undisclosed. Kallas stated that the Trump administration had warned of consequences if Russia did not agree to a ceasefire. Rutte, while declining to comment directly on the phone call, praised President Trump for his efforts to open communication lines with Russia. He cautioned, however, that achieving quick results is not always possible in such complex situations. The statement from Kallas and Rutte adds to a series of warnings issued by Western powers in recent weeks. These warnings highlight the growing international pressure on Russia to end the conflict. The video's authenticity needs to be verified, but the urgency of the announcement suggests the situation is evolving rapidly.