Putin Reportedly Proposes Three-Way Summit with Trump and Xi Jinping on Ukraine War
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reported to have proposed a three-way summit involving U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and himself to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal cited a former Russian intelligence officer who said that such a meeting could occur at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Shenzhen this November. Notably, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would not be included in these discussions. The report highlights growing tensions between Ukraine and the U.S., with recent actions by Trump's administration raising concerns about Washington’s commitment to Kyiv as its largest military backer. These include lifting sanctions on Russian diesel exports and waiving new Russia-related sanctions, which have drawn criticism from European allies and fellow Republicans. Zelenskyy has publicly criticized these moves for potentially prolonging the conflict. Amid this backdrop, Ukraine faces renewed attacks by Russia, including missile strikes that damaged energy infrastructure and left thousands without power. Ukrainian officials remain hopeful but cautious about continued U.S. support.
Topics: Donald Trump Summit Talks Ukraine War Vladimir Putin Xi Jinping