US President Donald Trump expressed his disappointment with Russian President Vladimir Putin early this morning, saying that he does not believe in his willingness to end the war in Ukraine. This was reported by Reuters, citing a statement by Trump to journalists in Washington, BTA reports.
"I am not hopeful. "I don't think Putin will stop this war," the US president said.
Trump also announced that he would hold a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky later today to discuss the situation on the front line and possible diplomatic steps forward.
Last night, Trump commented that earlier communication with the Russian leader had not led to any progress in efforts to peacefully resolve the conflict.
“The conversation was not productive. Russia is clearly not ready to make concessions,“ the president added.