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Trump and Putin Discuss Trade Amid Ukraine War Concerns

5/22/2025

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Trump and Putin's Trade Talks

In a recent call, President Trump and President Putin explored potential trade deals, with Trump feeling hopeful about their relationship. Yet, experts warn that Putin may be using this dialogue to extend the war in Ukraine and sidestep U.S. sanctions, leaving Europe to shoulder more support for Ukraine as U.S. negotiations wane.

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Quayle Warns Putin

Former Vice President Dan Quayle voiced alarm over the deteriorating U.S.-Russia relations, warning that Putin's ambitions threaten Ukraine's sovereignty. He slammed Trump's failure to confront Putin in recent discussions, arguing it jeopardizes vital U.S. alliances. Analysts warn that Putin is counting on Trump's impatience with negotiations, potentially enabling the war to persist unchecked.

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Trump and Putin's Trade Talks

In a recent call, President Trump and President Putin explored potential trade deals, with Trump feeling hopeful about their relationship. Yet, experts warn that Putin may be using this dialogue to extend the war in Ukraine and sidestep U.S. sanctions, leaving Europe to shoulder more support for Ukraine as U.S. negotiations wane.

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