In high-stakes call, Trump gives in to Putin & endorses Russia's position in Ukraine war

In a high-stakes call with Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump gave up his own demand for a ceasefire and endorsed the Russian position of direct talks between Ukraine and Russia. With Trump on his side, Putin immediately stressed his maximalist demands that would end Ukraine's sovereignty if accepted.

In high-stakes call, Trump gives in to Putin & endorses Russia's position in Ukraine war
In a high-stakes call with Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump gave up his own demand for a ceasefire and endorsed the Russian position of direct talks between Ukraine and Russia. With Trump on his side, Putin immediately stressed his maximalist demands that would end Ukraine's sovereignty if accepted.