Trump Says Russia Holds Advantage in Ukraine War Negotiations

The U.S. president suggests dealing with Russia is easier than Ukraine, citing strained relations with Kyiv and a pause in U.S. military aid.

President Donald Trump stated that Russia has 'all the cards' in negotiations to end the ongoing three-year war in Ukraine.
Trump expressed frustration with Ukraine, describing it as more difficult to deal with than Russia and accusing Kyiv of lacking leverage in peace talks.
The U.S. has paused military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, a move Trump said was intended to pressure Kyiv into pursuing a settlement.
While Trump threatened new sanctions on Russia, he also defended Vladimir Putin's recent escalation of airstrikes, claiming it aligns with what 'anyone in his position would do.'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has insisted on security guarantees before agreeing to any peace deal, but Trump emphasized ending the conflict as his top priority before addressing such demands.