Donald Trump has mentioned Vladimir Putin seems to be “dragging [his] toes” over ending the battle towards Ukraine, amid uncertainty over the phrases of a brand new Black Sea ceasefire.
Earlier on Tuesday the White Home mentioned it had secured offers with each Kyiv and Moscow to cease focusing on ships within the Black Sea, restoring an settlement to guard key transport routes.
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky mentioned the ceasefire could be noticed instantly, however Russia then mentioned it could solely come into pressure as soon as sure circumstances are met, together with the lifting of some sanctions. Mr Zelensky referred to as it the most recent instance of Mr Putin’s “manipulation” ways.
Chatting with Newsmax on Tuesday evening, Mr Trump mentioned he believes Russia needs to finish the battle however is hesitating on the essential second. “I believe that Russia needs to see an finish to it, however it may very well be they’re dragging their toes,” he mentioned.
Mr Trump in contrast the peace talks to his expertise signing actual property offers. “I’ve completed it through the years,” he mentioned. “I do not need to signal a contract. I need to form of keep within the sport, however perhaps I do not need to do it.”