Rubio's Pessimism: Direct Trump-Putin Talks Needed for Ukraine Breakthrough

Istanbul Peace Talks: Rubio Casts Doubt on Lower-Level Negotiations, Urges Trump-Putin Engagement Amidst ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has voiced skepticism about the upcoming peace talks scheduled in Istanbul. Rubio's statement, captured in a short video, highlights his belief that the current lower-level negotiations are unlikely to yield substantial progress. He argues that a direct engagement between Presidents Trump and Putin is crucial for achieving a breakthrough. "I don't think we're going to have a breakthrough here until the president and President Putin interact directly," Rubio stated in the video. This sentiment underscores the perceived need for high-level diplomacy to resolve the conflict. The video underscores the urgency of the situation and the need for a decisive approach to end the war and the suffering it causes. Rubio's comments add another layer to the ongoing discussion about the prospects for peace and the roles of key international players in the conflict.