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The leaders also discussed ongoing initiatives in Ukraine and the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression and working towards peace in Gaza and Israel. Trump recounted his past negotiations and recent efforts aimed at pressuring Vladimir Putin to cease hostilities, expressing disappointment in the current escalation and stressing that * Putin has "let us down."*
Addressing Global Challenges: War and Diplomacy
The afternoon session was permeated with discussions on international conflicts. Trump described the ongoing Ukrainian war as a "massive slaughter" and criticized Russia's increasingly reckless actions, including bombing NATO targets and incursion into Poland, which threaten regional stability.