Political tone boils at G7 after Trump-Putin conversation

The two-hour phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on May 20 has sparked heated debate on the international political scene. In particular, while the conversation was seen as an important step towards peace among the G7 countries, some analysts see it as a time-saving maneuver in Russia's favor.

"Trump softened rather than put pressure on"

According to Bloomberg, Trump chose a softer position during the talks instead of imposing additional sanctions or resorting to hard pressure. It is noted that the US president repeated a number of Russian theses in conversations with his allies and emphasized that Moscow is close to victory.

European politicians are growing concerned

Leading European publications and politicians are assessing this as a possible retreat from the US's serious position on the Ukraine issue. Russia is seeking to gain strategic advantage from the situation, especially given that Putin has not agreed to any immediate ceasefire.

A signal from Kiev — with caution

Ukrainian officials have also issued cautious statements after the conversation. They emphasize that US support — in terms of air defense, intelligence and economic assistance — will be crucial. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Moscow is trying to buy time and replenish internal resources, not for real peace.

Trump: "They will come to an agreement themselves"

In his statement, Trump emphasized that Russia and Ukraine will "come to an agreement themselves" and preferred to limit American intervention. This has raised concerns in the European Union and NATO. According to some analysts, this position may become a key point of contention at the upcoming G7 summit.

Zamin.uz editorial office continues to closely monitor international political processes, in particular the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the global negotiations related to it. Do you think that Trump's position will lead to peace? Or is it just a biding of time?