Recently, Donald Trump stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin had urgently asked him to help end the war. The credibility of this information is questionable, with suspicions of possible political manipulation or attempts to boost ratings.
The Wall Street Journal highlights the rising nuclear escalation between the US and Russia. In response, Trump calls for nuclear de-escalation and disarmament, while Putin promotes a new state ideology based on patriotism, despite many Russian officials and politicians not upholding these declared ideals in practice.
Special attention is given to a spy scandal in Germany. Intelligence revealed activities by the pro-Russian Alternative for Germany party, which collected data on vulnerable defense systems. The article emphasizes similarities with actions of pro-Russian forces in Ukraine.
Britain's Defense Minister Grant Shapps (Hilli) expresses belief in the potential for a peace process involving Trump. The article also mentions both Trump and Putin refusing to participate in the South Africa summit, China's increasing influence, and the slim chances for global denuclearization.
In summary, reports in the press about Trump's peace initiatives may be part of a political game and a distraction from the real situation in the war between Ukraine and Russia.
