Following the phone conversation between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, shelling of Ukraine did not cease: Russian forces continued heavy attacks, including drone strikes against Kryvyi Rih and the country's energy infrastructure. These attacks resulted in fires and power outages in several cities. Ukrainian drones reportedly struck targets within Russia, including Vladimir city and facilities in temporarily occupied Crimea.
After speaking with Putin, Donald Trump announced his meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky would be closed to the press and last one hour. Trump also emphasized that the delivery of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine is not under consideration, stating the weapons are needed by the US itself. On sanctions, Trump believes now is not the right time to introduce new measures against Russia.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban approved the prospect of a Trump-Putin meeting in Budapest. This sparked public debate due to the Budapest Memorandum's legacy. Trump stated that talks could lead to peace, but delivery of more US weapons to Ukraine remains uncertain.
Meanwhile, as Ukraine’s delegation visits the US, Zelensky hopes for concrete outcomes from the meeting, although significant new military aid appears unlikely at present.
According to international media, Indian oil refineries are reducing purchases of Russian oil, while a US-Ukrainian “Artemis LM20” drone equipped with artificial intelligence has passed successful trials and will soon enter production for Ukraine’s armed forces.
The situation continues to develop regarding negotiations, drone attacks, and global response to the actions of Trump, Putin, and Zelensky.
