Putin sticks to hardline stance on war in Ukraine, but says Trump ideas could bring peace
Summary
President Vladimir Putin maintains a hardline stance on the Ukraine war, asserting daily advances by Russian troops while stating that Donald Trump's peace proposals could end the conflict if Kyiv compromises. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy called for a meeting with Putin to end the war.
Key Points
- President Vladimir Putin asserts daily advances of Russian troops in the Ukraine war.
- Putin says Donald Trump's peace proposals could end the fighting if Kyiv compromises.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskiy calls for a meeting with Putin to agree on an end to the war.
- Putin warns about potential full-scale use of Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missile.
- Putin sidesteps questions about his political future beyond 2030.
