Trump expressed hope for resolving the conflict in Ukraine before winter
The US President called on Vladimir Zelensky and Vladimir Putin to conclude an agreement
Quick Look
- Donald Trump expressed hope for ending the conflict in Ukraine before winter, calling on Vladimir Zelensky and Vladimir Putin for negotiations.
- In turn, Putin noted that the attempted attack on Moscow complicated the process of resuming dialogue.
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Why It Matters
Russia announced its readiness for negotiations after the State Duma elections, but accused Kyiv of attacking Moscow.
US President Donald Trump admitted that the Ukrainian conflict could be resolved before winter.
“And someday, hopefully in the not too distant future, perhaps before the onset of a harsh winter, they (Russian President Vladimir Putin and Vladimir Zelensky - ed.) will conclude an agreement,” he told reporters at the White House.
Trump did not specify what winter he was talking about and what prerequisites exist for such an agreement to be concluded.
“But you know what I want from him (Zelensky - ed.)? For him to conclude an agreement. I want him to reach an agreement with Putin, and Putin to reach an agreement with him,” the American leader added.
Putin said the day before that Russia was ready to resume negotiations with Ukraine after the State Duma elections, but the Kiev regime attempted a massive attack on Moscow on voting days. He added that the Russian Federation will make decisions on negotiations with Ukraine based on its interests.
Open Questions
- What winter are we talking about?
- What are the specific prerequisites for the agreement?
