Asger Risom
U.S. President Donald Trump voiced frustration following a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that Putin showed no signs of wanting to end the war in Ukraine.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed disappointment after a call with Vladimir Putin but gave mixed signals about continuing arms support to Ukraine.
Zelensky Seeks Clarity Amid U.S. Weapons Pause
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky plans to speak with Trump about the partial freeze in U.S. weapons shipments, hoping to secure renewed backing as Russian attacks intensify.
Mixed Messages from Trump on Military Support
Trump denied a total pause in aid but criticized the volume of weapons sent under the Biden administration. He emphasized the need to protect U.S. stockpiles, creating confusion about his current stance.
Russia Escalates Despite Diplomatic Outreach
Just hours after the Trump-Putin call, Russian drone and missile strikes hit Kyiv and eastern Ukraine, signaling no shift in Moscow’s war posture – and no clear impact from Trump.
Kremlin Insists on Addressing ‘Root Causes’
Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said Russia will only consider ending the war if NATO expansion and Western military aid are reversed, reiterating long-held preconditions.
Ukraine Presses for U.S. Commitment
Ukrainian officials summoned the acting U.S. envoy to stress the importance of American military aid and warned that any pause weakens their defense capability.
Format of Peace Talks Remains Contested
Russia dismissed the idea of trilateral talks involving the U.S., pushing instead for direct Moscow-Kyiv negotiations, reflecting ongoing disputes over how diplomacy should proceed.
Uncertainty Clouds U.S. Role in Conflict
Despite expressing frustration with Putin, Trump offered no clear path forward. His contradictory remarks and lack of firm commitments leave Kyiv—and allies—uncertain about future support.
