Russian President Vladimir Putin is now responsible for the success of a planned 30-day truce between Russia and Ukraine, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday. Trump made it apparent that Russia controls the future course of action, even if Ukraine accepted the US-proposed ceasefire on Tuesday.
We’ll have to wait and see. During a news briefing in the Oval Office, Trump responded, “It’s up to Russia now,” when asked if he had a call or meeting planned with Putin. Trump did not address whether he will personally meet with Putin, but he did disclose that US officials are on their way to Russia.
Steve Witkoff, the special Middle East envoy, is expected to go to Russia later this week, although it is unclear if a meeting with Putin would be part of the program. Vice President JD Vance also stated that throughout the next few days, continued conversations with US officials will be conducted over the phone and in person.
There is uncertainty about Putin’s reaction.
Given previous breaches of such agreements, Trump admitted the uncertainty when asked if he thought Putin would uphold the truce. “We haven’t spoken to him yet with substance, because we just found out and we just were able to get Ukraine to agree,” Trump stated. “We will find out shortly. I’ve received some encouraging words, but they are meaningless.
Trump did not provide any information about his plans for the future, but he did restate his belief that Ukraine has been a more challenging partner in discussions. Although he made it clear that his main objective is bringing about peace, not increasing financial pressure on Moscow, he did raise the possibility of more sanctions against Russia.
In terms of money, there are some things you could do that wouldn’t be enjoyable. I am able to take financial actions that would be detrimental to Russia. I desire peace, therefore I don’t want to do that,” he said in closing. “We are almost finished with something.”
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