Trump calls Putin, Zelenskyy "stubborn" in Ukraine

Former U.S. President Donald Trump labeled both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy as "stubborn" amidst ongoing peace negotiations. This assessment came during a press conference at the Oval Office. Trump expressed surprise and disappointment with Russian actions while discussing the potential for a ceasefire. The Kremlin anticipates discussing ceasefire terms with Ukraine next week in Istanbul, while Ukraine awaits a Russian proposal before sending a delegation. The Ukrainian Foreign Minister stated Ukraine wants to see a Russian proposal before sending a delegation to Istanbul. Russia plans to send a negotiating team to meet with Ukraine's in Istanbul on June 2nd, but Kyiv has not confirmed its participation.