Trump Approaches Russia and Ukraine Deadlines Amid Diplomatic Tensions

President Trump offered a major concession to Putin by suggesting he might meet with him without requiring Putin to confirm his attendance, amid ongoing tensions and negotiations over Ukraine. The potential meeting, possibly in Rome, would be the first between Putin and a sitting U.S. president since 2021, but plans are still uncertain. Meanwhile, Russia has increased missile and drone attacks on Ukraine since Trump's inauguration, despite his campaign promises to end the conflict quickly.