Summary
Ukraine's hope to join NATO was an important topic in talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. officials in Moscow. During the meeting, no progress was made on peace negotiations for Ukraine. Russia and the U.S. have differing views on Ukraine's NATO membership and territorial issues.
Key Facts
- Russian President Putin and U.S. officials discussed Ukraine's NATO membership in Moscow.
- The meeting lasted almost five hours and did not result in new agreements about peace.
- Russia does not want Ukraine to join NATO, while Ukraine seeks it for protection against Russia.
- Russia and the U.S. also disagree on the future of regions Russia has captured in Ukraine.
- After the talks, Ukraine’s European allies criticized Russia, saying Putin still aims to continue the conflict.
- NATO plan to send $4 billion in weapons to Ukraine was announced, but Hungary opposes sending support.
- U.S. officials briefed President Trump and Ukrainian officials on the meeting outcomes.
- NATO leader warned Putin that the alliance remains strong and committed.
