Media reports indicate that Donald Trump appears to have reconsidered his understanding of Vladimir Putin's intentions. According to Axios, Trump admitted he previously misunderstood Putin’s motives and now advocates changing the approach towards Russia. Additionally, Trump sent a letter to NATO containing an ultimatum: the US is ready to impose sanctions against Russia, but he urged European countries to do the same, especially by halting purchases of Russian oil.
Trump also proposed imposing 50-100% tariffs on Chinese goods, suggesting this could speed up an end to the war. These tariffs would only be lifted after hostilities cease. However, European countries such as Hungary and Slovakia have expressed reluctance to support stricter sanctions.
Journalists highlight that the initiative to resolve the Ukraine crisis now largely depends on European countries, which could introduce further economic restrictions against Russia, China, and India to cut financial flows to the aggressor.
On Russia’s side, officials say that negotiations have not led to substantial progress. An official spokesperson noted there is not even a “framework” of an agreement, emphasizing the drastically opposing positions.
Meanwhile, on the front line, Ukrainian armed forces are carrying out successful drone attacks, hitting deep targets in Russia. Air raid alerts have been sounded in Poland and Volyn over drone threats, and the airport in Lublin has been temporarily closed. European nations are tightening security and preparing for new challenges.
The article author calls on the international community to take decisive action to end the war through economic means, stressing the need for collective sanctions and financial restrictions. Fundraising continues to purchase advanced drones for training Ukrainian crews.
