Trump-Putin Call Yields No Breakthrough in Ukraine Conflict

The stalemate in the Ukraine conflict continues after a recent phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin yielded no significant results. The conversation, described as the third between the two leaders, ended without any breakthroughs towards a ceasefire or resolution of the conflict. Putin remained steadfast in his position, prioritizing discussions on the 'root causes' of the crisis before considering any truce. Trump, who had threatened sanctions if Russia didn't agree to a ceasefire, showed no change in his approach. However, a Kremlin advisor revealed that the conversation between the two presidents had a surprisingly amicable tone. This fact adds a layer of complexity to the situation, highlighting a disconnect between the public posturing of the two leaders and the private nature of their discussions. The conflict in Ukraine, therefore, continues without a clear path towards resolution.