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29-05-2025
President Trump signaled a two-week deadline to judge whether Vladimir Putin is serious about ending the war in Ukraine, warning the U.S. would “respond a little bit differently” if Russia is “stringing us along.” His comments follow some of the heaviest Russian attacks on Kyiv since the war began and come after a “very well” phone call with Putin that produced no promised memorandum. While Trump has escalated public criticism of Putin, his administration has paused U.S. aid to Ukraine and sought a truce without pressing major concessions from Russia, drawing accusations of appeasement that the White House denies. Moscow has hardened its demands, including recognition of Crimea and territorial cessions, which Kyiv cannot accept. Germany pledged to help Ukraine produce long-range missiles, a move Russia warned could harm diplomacy. The war continues with significant casualties and Russia controlling about a fifth of Ukraine.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Ukraine, Russia, Kyiv • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
29-05-2025
CNN reports that President Donald Trump repeatedly says decisions on Ukraine are “two weeks” away, a pattern he has used since 2017 for major announcements that often don’t materialize. Amid stalled peace efforts and awaiting a Russian memorandum on talks, Trump is weighing new sanctions on Moscow but fears they could derail negotiations. He alternates between distancing the U.S. from the war and threatening tougher measures, expressing frustration that Vladimir Putin may be “stringing him along.” Despite European leaders’ warnings that Putin has changed, Trump continues to delay a definitive stance, saying he’ll know more “in about two weeks.”
Entities: Donald Trump, Ukraine, Russia, Vladimir Putin, CNN • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
29-05-2025
Franklin Graham met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin during the European Congress on Evangelism, offering prayers for Zelenskyy, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and former President Donald Trump, asking for wisdom and a path to peace amid intensifying Russia-Ukraine hostilities. Zelenskyy thanked Samaritan’s Purse and U.S. supporters for humanitarian aid and suggested a potential trilateral summit with Trump and Putin. The visit coincided with Germany’s move to help Ukraine produce long-range missiles and a major evangelism gathering led by Graham, drawing over 1,000 Christian leaders from 55 countries.
Entities: Franklin Graham, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, Samaritan’s Purse • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
29-05-2025
US President Donald Trump intensified criticism of Vladimir Putin, saying he will soon know if Russia is stalling ceasefire talks and warning his approach could harden if so. His remarks followed Russia’s offer to hold a second round of direct negotiations with Ukraine on 2 June in Istanbul, where Moscow plans to present a memorandum outlining its terms—reportedly reflecting maximalist demands like Ukrainian neutrality. Ukraine signaled openness to talks but wants to see the memorandum first. Russia’s proposal appears more performative than conciliatory, with the same negotiating team Kyiv previously deemed too junior. Meanwhile, Russia and Ukraine traded claims of extensive drone and missile attacks, and Moscow criticized Germany for financing long-range missile production in Ukraine, as Berlin avoided committing Taurus missiles.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Russia, Ukraine, Istanbul • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
