💨 Abstract

Plans for a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Budapest have been postponed, with Russian officials citing a lack of urgency and need for preparation. Analysts suggest Putin is stalling to prolong the Ukraine war, avoid admitting territorial losses, and maintain wartime economic pretenses. Security concerns and the ICC’s arrest warrant for Putin also complicate the meeting. Both sides aim to avoid diplomatic embarrassment, with Russia seeking to divide the U.S. from Europe.

Courtesy: Sarah Hooper