Putin’s Offer to Talk to Trump Is Unlikely to End Fighting Soon
- Comments clash with intensifying conflict on all fronts
- Kremlin may be open to freeze current front line, Reuters says
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Russia said it’s prepared to discuss a potential cease-fire in Ukraine with US President-elect Donald Trump, even as the conflict intensifies on all fronts with the warring sides seeking to strengthen their hands ahead of any talks.
The comments by President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman met with immediate skepticism from Western officials as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine surpassed its 1,000th day, with Moscow’s forces making fresh gains in eastern Ukraine.