President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Hungary in the coming weeks, following a scheduled visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Washington, D.C. The Trump-Putin meeting, which is expected to be held in Budapest, Hungary, follows an initial discussion with Zelenskyy where Trump plans to brief him on the progress of their recent phone call. Trump emphasized the need for a high-level dialogue between the two leaders to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has been a persistent source of tension between the United States and Russia.
Zelenskyy’s primary objective is the provision of long-range Tomahawk missiles, which are essential for Ukraine’s defense against Russian attacks on key infrastructure, including energy sites. These advanced weapons can target not only Russian military installations but also its oil industry, which is a significant funding source for the Russian war effort. Trump has not yet confirmed the supply of Tomahawk missiles, though he has indicated the possibility during his talks with Putin. This issue has been a central focus of Zelenskyy’s visit to the U.S., as he seeks to enhance Ukraine’s defensive capabilities.
Recent Russian missile and drone strikes have intensified the situation in Ukraine, with attacks on both military and civilian targets, including hospitals and energy infrastructure. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported that more than 300 drones and 37 missiles, including a significant number of ballistic missiles, had been launched from Russia in the early hours of Thursday. These strikes have caused widespread damage, with reports of casualties and ongoing recovery efforts. Zelenskyy has criticized Russian tactics, particularly the use of