Putin tells Trump that Russia doesn't have aggressive intentions toward Europe, Kremlin says
Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin told U.S. President Donald Trump that Russia has no aggressive plans toward Europe, despite recent accusations by European countries. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said U.S. envoys offered useful ideas for ending the war, and he hopes to meet with President Trump soon, while the conflict in Ukraine continues with heavy fighting and no clear end in sight.Key Facts
- Putin assured Trump in a phone call that Russia is not planning to attack Europe.
- European officials blame Russia for sabotage attempts, including a drone attack in Germany.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomed U.S. proposals for peace talks and aims to meet Trump around September 20.
- Despite talks, fighting resumed after a brief truce during U.S. envoys' visit to Moscow and Kyiv.
- Russia is focused on achieving its military goals and thinks it is close to winning, but observers see little progress.
- The U.S. warns the war could last for years, needing continued support for Ukraine.
- Ukraine requested more Patriot missiles and other air defense systems to counter Russian attacks.
- The European Commission approved a 3.7 billion dollar loan to help Ukraine buy missile system parts.
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