Russian President Putin rejects President Trump's cease-fire proposal with Ukraine
Russian President Putin rejected President Trump's proposal for a full, unconditional cease-fire with Ukraine but agreed to halt attacks on 'energy and infrastructure.' Trump called the call 'very good and productive' despite Putin's demands. Discussions are ongoing about achieving a complete cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine.
Key Points
- Putin rejects Trump's proposal for a full, unconditional cease-fire with Ukraine.
- Discussions ongoing about achieving a complete cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine.
- Russia wants a cease-fire on 'energy infrastructure' after Ukraine targeted Russian oil facilities.
- Trump calls the call 'very good and productive' despite Putin's demands.
- Putin likely offered the restricted cease-fire to delay talks and keep Trump focused on negotiations.
Pros
- Agreement to halt attacks on 'energy and infrastructure.'
- Discussions on achieving a complete cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine.
Cons
- Putin demanding Trump to cut all military and intelligence assistance to Ukraine.
- Russia's attacks on other civilian infrastructure would continue.