Despite a recent, more aggressive peace overture from President Trump, Vladimir Putin is doubling down on his disastrous war in Ukraine, signaling a commitment driven by “emotional obstinacy.” -The Kremlin has not only rejected generous Western concessions but has also launched a bizarre propaganda attack against Melania Trump.

Zelensky says fresh round of peace talks with Putin’s team set for Wednesday - Kremlin says two sides are ‘diametrically opposed’ in their positions on how to end the Ukraine war