Part 10/12:
The U.S. Approach: Listening, Testing, and Uncertainty
As the U.S. prepares for the Friday summit, the political landscape underscores a cautious and experimental approach. Trump indicated that the upcoming meeting would serve as a fact-finding exercise, aiming to gauge Russia’s willingness to negotiate peace. His hope is that if Russia demonstrates sincerity, a second meeting involving Ukraine, Russia, and possibly himself could be arranged swiftly.