24 March 2025

Trump–Putin Call: Ukraine Caught in Crossfire

U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about pursuing a ceasefire in Ukraine.But is this genuine diplomacy or merely political theater? Eastern Express examines how Trump's personal approach could impact NATO unity and Ukraine’s future. With Putin’s demands remaining unsettlingly maximalist, questions arise about the effectiveness of Washington’s unconventional diplomacy.
Olexiy Haran, Research Advisor at the Democratic Initiatives Foundation, joined TVP World to unpack these recent events.

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