Trump expresses willingness to meet Putin as US intelligence warns of continued Russian aggression in Ukraine

Donald Trump has expressed readiness to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon, claiming he can help end the war in Ukraine. This comes after recent peace talks, where Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for not negotiating earlier. U.S. intelligence reports indicate that Russia is not preparing to cease hostilities in Ukraine. Despite heavy losses, Russia plans to expand its military and does not intend to withdraw troops or reposition forces. During the talks, both sides agreed on the need for elections in Ukraine before a final peace deal. However, U.S. officials confirmed that no foreign troops would be sent to Ukraine, contrasting with calls from some European leaders for peacekeeping forces.