President Trump met with Russian President Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump highlighted the importance of a possible subsequent meeting involving Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. He expressed confidence that his relationship with Putin would facilitate a deal, yet remained vague about anticipated outcomes. European leaders urged for a ceasefire and security guarantees before peace talks. Trump voiced frustration over previous conversations with Putin that were followed by continued violence in Ukraine. He mentioned 'severe consequences' for Russia if it does not halt its war and proposed a controversial 'land swap' between Russia and Ukraine.
Trump has been casting this meeting as a prelude for a potential second meeting that would include Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, emphasizing the importance of future discussions.
Trump expressed frustration that Putin was 'just tapping me along' despite previous assertions of wanting peace, highlighting doubts about the sincerity of negotiations.
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