Putin and Trump Skip Zelensky Peace Summit: Ukraine Conflict Uncertain

Ukraine Peace Summit: Putin and Trump No-Show Raises Concerns. A planned peace summit in Turkey between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and former US President Donald Trump failed to materialize as both Putin and Trump were absent. Instead, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov represented Russia. This unexpected development has sparked speculation about the future of the conflict. One analyst commented, "The absence of Putin and Trump casts doubt on the seriousness of Russia's commitment to peace talks." The video further suggests that Lavrov is seeking an unconditional surrender from Ukraine, a position Zelensky has rejected. The summit's outcome remains uncertain, but the absence of key players highlights the complex and volatile nature of the conflict.