In brief
Following a lengthy call with Donald Trump, Russian media celebrates Vladimir Putin's stance on Ukraine, interpreting it as a win for the Kremlin amid ongoing tensions.
Russian media is buzzing with positivity after the two-hour phone call between Presidents Putin and Trump. Many believe that the Kremlin has emerged victorious from the latest discussion. "Putin and Trump agreed to work together on Ukraine resolution," says Izvestia, while Komsomolskaya Pravda highlights the "record-long" nature of their conversation.But why the celebration? It seems the outcome allowed Putin to maintain his tough stance without making significant concessions to Ukraine or the U.S. Trump himself called the conversation "great," even praising Putin for his role. Despite an offer for a 30-day ceasefire from the U.S. side, Putin established his own terms for peace, demanding the cessation of Western military support for Ukraine, which is unlikely to be accepted by Kyiv.Amidst these developments, questions arise about how the Trump administration might respond to Putin's demands. The Kremlin appears to be pushing for stronger economic ties with the U.S., tempting Trump with the promise of valuable natural resources and business opportunities.As the negotiation dynamics between Russia and America continue to shift, all eyes will be on how these discussions could influence future decisions regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the broader U.S.-Russia relationship.
