Overview

• Speaking in Beijing, Vladimir Putin said he told President Trump a trilateral session was possible only if Volodymyr Zelensky comes to Moscow.
• Putin questioned Zelensky’s legitimacy and restated demands on NATO, martial law, elections, and a referendum on territorial issues.
• Ukraine reported more than 500 drones and missiles launched overnight and said nine civilians were killed in Kostiantynivka.
• Trump said he is awaiting Moscow’s decision following his two‑week push for leader‑level talks, warning unspecified consequences if progress stalls.
• Putin claimed Russian forces are advancing on all fronts and vowed to achieve objectives by military means if no agreement is reached.