Russian President Vladimir Putin claims to have reached 'understandings' with US President Donald Trump regarding the Ukraine war during a recent meeting in Alaska. However, he has not confirmed his willingness to engage in peace talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Putin continues to blame the West for the conflict and defends his invasion of Ukraine. He met with Chinese and Indian leaders at a summit in China, thanking them for their support. Despite discussions of security guarantees for Ukraine, the situation remains tense with ongoing Russian attacks. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)