Summary

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius dismissed the Trump-Putin call as a “flop,” noting Russian attacks on Ukraine continued despite an agreed pause on energy strikes.

Trump claimed the call was “productive,” but Putin rejected a full ceasefire and reiterated demands for ending Western military aid to Ukraine.

Zelenskyy stressed Ukraine must be involved in negotiations. A prisoner exchange was agreed upon, but skepticism remains over Russia’s commitment to peace.

Further U.S.-Russia talks are set for Sunday in Jeddah, raising concerns over Europe’s exclusion from discussions.