Amidst ongoing global tensions, an anticipated meeting between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin is in advanced planning stages. This meeting, expected to cover Ukraine, the Middle East, and broader international relations, could potentially influence the geopolitical landscape. Slovakia has resumed Russian gas imports, utilizing new routes via Turkey and Hungary to ensure energy security.
In Ukraine, military actions have intensified, with a second offensive launched in Kursk and the arrival of French Mirage fighter jets bolstering Ukraine's air defense. Air raid alerts continue to disrupt daily life across the nation, though reports suggest a decrease in Russian ground assaults in the east.
Trump's special envoy, Keith Kellogg, is scheduled to visit Ukraine to gather insights on the conflict and establish a unified stance with Kyiv. Trump has ambitious plans to end the Ukraine conflict swiftly, aiming to pressure Putin through potential secondary sanctions on China and India. However, internal U.S. political dynamics and international economic implications could complicate these strategies. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to seek security assurances as it navigates these complex geopolitical challenges.
