Meeting at Vatican
President and Ukrainian President met briefly at ' funeral, marking their first face-to-face encounter since a heated February meeting that temporarily paused U.S. military assistance to Ukraine.
Despite tight schedules preventing a follow-up meeting, both leaders described the discussion as "very productive," focusing on a full ceasefire and lasting peace. The and Zelenskyy's office highlighted the potential historic significance of the talks.
Trump's Shift in Stance
Trump expressed skepticism over Russia's commitment to ending the war, contrasting his previous optimistic view of imminent peace talks. He criticized Putin's recent attacks on civilian areas in Ukraine and hinted at further sanctions against Russia.
Amidst this diplomatic backdrop, Trump criticized media and former presidents while reaffirming his stance on the Ukraine conflict, blaming the current situation on actions taken during Obama's and Biden's presidencies.