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Alongside military aid debates, there are signals of potential diplomatic engagement, with mentions of a meeting in Budapest between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. These talks are framed as efforts toward peace, yet skepticism remains about their likelihood of yielding substantive results.
The transcript emphasizes a pervasive perception that Putin's overtures are often strategic moves rather than sincere attempts at reconciliation. The speaker describes Putin as being "clear" about his aims, implying that any negotiations must be approached cautiously and with a realistic understanding of Russia’s intentions.