Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that he reached 'understandings' with former US President Donald Trump concerning the end of the ongoing war in Ukraine. This discussion occurred during their recent meeting in Alaska.
Speaking at a summit in Tianjin, China, Putin defended his actions in Ukraine, continuing to hold the West accountable for the conflict's escalation." + "Although he indicated potential pathways to peace, he stopped short of committing to peace talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who Trump has reportedly set a deadline for a response from Putin.
Putin's remarks came shortly after the Alaska meeting, where it was stated by American envoy Steve Witkoff that Russia had considered security guarantees for Ukraine as part of possible future negotiations. This is yet to be officially recognized by Moscow.
In his speech at the summit, Putin expressed gratitude towards Chinese and Indian leaders for their support in addressing the Ukrainian crisis. He pointed out that both China and Russia are major buyers of Russian oil, often criticized by the West for bolstering Russia's economy amid the protracted conflict.
Putin highlighted that he hopes for continued progress towards peace based on his talks with Trump, framing the war not as an aggressive act by Russia, but rather as a consequence of a coup in Ukraine fueled by Western interference. He also rejected Ukraine's entry into NATO as a pretext for the ongoing military actions.
During his remarks, he also mentioned Trump's growing influence in potential peace negotiations and echoed calls for a framework ensuring that Ukraine would not pursue NATO membership.
The context surrounding these discussions remains tense, especially after recent large-scale Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine, prompting urgent international calls for a response and more substantial security guarantees. Ukrainian officials have accused Russia of lacking readiness for genuine diplomacy, complicating the resolution of the conflict further."
Speaking at a summit in Tianjin, China, Putin defended his actions in Ukraine, continuing to hold the West accountable for the conflict's escalation." + "Although he indicated potential pathways to peace, he stopped short of committing to peace talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who Trump has reportedly set a deadline for a response from Putin.
Putin's remarks came shortly after the Alaska meeting, where it was stated by American envoy Steve Witkoff that Russia had considered security guarantees for Ukraine as part of possible future negotiations. This is yet to be officially recognized by Moscow.
In his speech at the summit, Putin expressed gratitude towards Chinese and Indian leaders for their support in addressing the Ukrainian crisis. He pointed out that both China and Russia are major buyers of Russian oil, often criticized by the West for bolstering Russia's economy amid the protracted conflict.
Putin highlighted that he hopes for continued progress towards peace based on his talks with Trump, framing the war not as an aggressive act by Russia, but rather as a consequence of a coup in Ukraine fueled by Western interference. He also rejected Ukraine's entry into NATO as a pretext for the ongoing military actions.
During his remarks, he also mentioned Trump's growing influence in potential peace negotiations and echoed calls for a framework ensuring that Ukraine would not pursue NATO membership.
The context surrounding these discussions remains tense, especially after recent large-scale Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine, prompting urgent international calls for a response and more substantial security guarantees. Ukrainian officials have accused Russia of lacking readiness for genuine diplomacy, complicating the resolution of the conflict further."
