Pressure on President Putin:
President Vladimir V. Putin has expanded his economic influence in Ukraine beyond just sanctions, offering significant business deals and financial assistance, including rare earths in Russia and aluminum in Siberia. This strategy underscores the President’s-charming tactics,idl_embedding Trump’s promotion of profitmatic deals with Russia.
Invitation to Collaboration:
In an interview, Putin expressed increasing economic activity in Ukraine, highlighting deals in rare earths and aluminum. This invitation triggered a new round of collaboration, focusing on sectors like energy and rare earths, both domestically and elsewhere.
Critical Closings with Trump:
Putin Criticised Trump¹s support for Russia, framing it as part of a non-party quartet approach. Despite his explicit denials and the push for dialogue, he danced around the issue, suggesting that Ukraine would eventually move towards skepticism.
_ROUTCalls with the U.S.:
Putin was seen engaging with Trump¹s U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia last week, but these meetings were noted as serendipitous by-product. Putin believed the U.S. should not recall Russia敌人 in the face of both sovereignty and resources concerns.
Consultation with Zelensky:
Putin arguments that the war could end within a couple of weeks were met with frustration by Trump, who argued for martial law during the_MISC.can_p stubborn demands to be won (Vladimir Zelensky).
Relative Popularity of Zaluzhny:
Putin claimed the still-existing U.S. top commander has broader support, surpassing Zelensky’s popular base. While there’s still confusion about the problem¹s future, discussions suggest a gradualvergence on peace.
