Trump and Putin to Continue Negotiations on Ukraine Conflict

kiev - Latest updates on Trump-Putin phone call discussing Ukraine conflict negotiations. Impact on Kiev's reaction analyzed.

Trump-Putin Negotiations on Ukraine Conflict

Russia and the US plan to negotiate immediate ceasefire, permanent peace, and maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea following the phone call.

Russian Strategy and Demands

• Putin aims to secure territorial gains through negotiations that military efforts failed to achieve.
• Russian demands include full withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from disputed provinces.

Geopolitical Implications

• Putin seeks to weaken US-Ukraine alliance by demanding halt to foreign military support.
• Focus on demilitarizing Ukraine and preventing NATO membership.

Ukrainian Standpoint

• Ukraine rejects neutral status and refusal to acknowledge Russian occupation.
• Avoids formalizing loss of territory to maintain hope of future recovery.

Russia aims to eliminate Ukraine's independence through negotiations or military force.