Trump Gives Putin Two Weeks to Act on Ukraine Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump has set a two-week deadline for Russian President Vladimir Putin to demonstrate seriousness about ending the war in Ukraine, warning that if Putin is merely delaying, the US will respond differently. Trump expressed frustration over recent Russian missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, calling Putin "crazy" and accusing him of "playing with fire," while also indicating openness to a face-to-face summit involving himself, Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Despite ongoing violence and Russia's resistance to ceasefire talks, Trump has softened his demands, moving from an immediate ceasefire to seeking a negotiated compromise. He suggested that a deal might be close and has refrained from imposing new sanctions, hoping diplomatic efforts will succeed. Meanwhile, Russia has escalated drone attacks, and the Kremlin remains open to renewed peace talks. The situation remains tense, with the US monitoring Putin's intentions before deciding on further actions.