Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles revolves around the diplomatic efforts and negotiations between Ukraine, the U.S., and Russia, particularly focusing on the meetings involving President Zelensky and President Trump, as well as the involvement of European leaders [1][2][3] - The meeting on August 15 between Trump and Putin is highlighted as having made substantial progress, with Russia reportedly acknowledging the security guarantees provided by the U.S. and Europe to Ukraine, similar to NATO's Article 5 [2][7] - There is a clear division in the desired outcomes, with Ukraine and the EU seeking a ceasefire agreement, while Russia aims for a comprehensive peace agreement that addresses multiple issues [4][5] Group 2 - Russia is looking to achieve four key outcomes through negotiations: legitimizing the territories it has occupied, lifting sanctions imposed by the U.S. and Europe, resetting the European security framework, and normalizing U.S.-Russia relations [6] - The potential for territorial exchanges is discussed, with Russia possibly seeking to trade territories outside the four eastern regions it occupies for the remaining parts of Donetsk, which could be seen as humiliating for Ukraine [8][9] - The anticipated format of any peace agreement may involve both sides presenting their positions on territorial issues while allowing for limited lifting of sanctions against Russia, although a complete lifting of sanctions is deemed unlikely [10]