Summary
Donald Trump is reportedly frustrated with the ongoing aerial strikes between Russia and Ukraine, despite his efforts to broker peace.
After recent talks with both leaders, Russia claimed a 30-day pause on energy infrastructure strikes, but Ukraine accused Russia of continuing civilian attacks.
Heavy attacks continue, with recent Russian strikes killing four and injuring 13 in Ukraine. Ukraine has also reportedly launched strikes against Russian infrastructure, which Russia claims caused significant damage.
A proposed broader ceasefire faltered over Russian demands to halt foreign military support for Ukraine.
There’s an old Soviet joke; a man goes to the newspaper stand everyday picks up a paper reads the headlines on the front page and leaves. This happens for a few weeks then finally the salesman asks, “Comrade, why do you only read the front page?” The guy says, “I’m just looking for an obituary.” The salesman says, “Those are in the back of the newspaper.” “Not the one I’m looking for.”