According to sources aware of the details of the conversation, the recognition that Putin would not end the war confirmed what European leaders have believed in Putin for a long time, but they first heard it from Trump's mouth. It also contradicts Trump's public statements, where he repeatedly argued that Putin sincerely seeks peace. Despite this, Trump did not agree to the demands of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders to increase pressure on Russia.
On Sunday, on the eve of a two -hour conversation with Putin, Trump spoke with European leaders, and said he could impose sanctions in the event of Russia's refusal to cease fire. However, on Monday, he changed his position again and was not ready for such actions. "This is not my war. We were involved in what we didn't have to participate in," Trump told reporters after talking to Putin. "Although this attempt has not led new sanctions, Europeans still saw some positive.
The process has helped clarify for all, including Trump, Putin's position: he is not ready to stop the war now. For Europe, this has become a confirmation that Ukraine's support will be exported to their shoulders. Europe or Ukraine, ”the newspaper writes. Recall that US President Donald Trump departs from peace initiatives on Ukraine and is convinced of the victory of Russia. Now the future of Kiev depends on the situation on the battlefield.
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