Russia Dares Trump On Sanctions, Seeks ‘Respectful Talks’, Ukraine Praises ‘Strong Signal’ to Putin
The Kremlin dismissed Donald Trump’s recent calls for Russia to end its Ukraine offensive as unremarkable, emphasizing Moscow’s openness to “mutually respectful” dialogue. Trump threatened sanctions if Russia doesn’t negotiate peace, drawing Kremlin skepticism about his reliance on such measures during his first presidency. Ukraine welcomed Trump’s strong message, viewing it as a boost for diplomatic efforts, while Kyiv urged tougher sanctions. Russian Senator Konstantin Kosachev criticized Trump’s understanding of the conflict, and Moscow warned against NATO peacekeepers, citing risks of uncontrollable escalation. n18oc_crux
