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Mixed Progress: Putin’s Limited Concessions to Trump on Ukraine Peace Efforts

  • Donald Trump had a conversation with Russia’s Vladimir Putin before today’s call.
  • However, the outcome of the conversation appears to be insignificant.
  • Putin has given Trump just enough information to claim progress towards peace in Ukraine without appearing manipulated by the Kremlin.
  • Trump can point to Putin’s pledge to halt attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure for 30 days.
  • The conversation between the two presidents lasted more than two hours.
  • Russia and the US are discussing Middle East peace and global security.
  • There is no sign of pressure being applied on Russia regarding the ceasefire.
  • Russia repeats its claim of wanting peace but is still contributing to the conflict.
  • The US has not agreed to any of Russia’s demands yet.
  • Ukrainians believe that the call is evidence that Russia has no interest in ending its invasion.
  • Overall, the conversation brings minimal relief to Ukraine and is disappointing for US diplomacy. But for the Kremlin, it feels like a positive outcome.
  • Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg2kzkggvo

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