Putin got everything he wanted. Putin wins this round. Again.
Putin got everything he wanted. Putin wins this round. Again.
Got his photo op. Placated all the restless Russians at home. Looked strong. Gives Zelensky no opening for negotiation. Poked EU by saying he anticipates Europe to torpedo the deal (whatever the deal is)
They both got what they wanted. Trump got his moment of fame that’s he’s always eager for and Putin wanted to prove to his followers that Ukraine means nothing, hence not present.
Well, I dont really think he won anything. Nobody loves that man more after this? - Trump LOST everything.
In that case, hard to say if that means Trump would see it as a failure or the intended outcome.