Poland's Duda Urges Trump to Pressure Putin for Peace

Polish President Andrzej Duda has called on U.S. President Donald Trump to increase economic pressure on Russia, arguing that Trump is uniquely positioned to force Vladimir Putin into negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine. Duda emphasized that the United States has powerful economic tools at its disposal, including radical sanctions and other measures, which could compel Russia to comply with international norms. He noted that Trump, after recent discussions with Putin, now understands the realities of the situation and possesses the necessary leverage to block Putin's key interests. European leaders share Duda's hope that Trump will shift his approach from urging Ukrainian concessions to taking a stronger stance against Russia. The Trump administration has reportedly considered new economic sanctions targeting major Russian sectors, while previous diplomatic efforts, including special envoy visits and minerals deals, have yet to yield progress toward peace. Despite Trump's initial confidence in quickly ending the conflict, recent statements suggest he is reassessing the feasibility of a swift resolution.