Overview
- Trump told reporters he is "not thrilled" with Putin, saying "he's killing too many people" during remarks following the U.S. operation that captured Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro.
- Aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump said U.S. national security officials determined Ukraine did not target a Putin residence and added he does not believe the reported strike occurred.
- Trump previously voiced anger over the Russian claim after a call with Putin, then shifted as assessments and European skepticism cast doubt on the allegation.
- The president said he did not discuss Maduro with Putin, while Russia's foreign ministry condemned the U.S. action in Venezuela and demanded the immediate release of Maduro and his wife.
- Trump and Zelenskyy reported progress on a revised 20-point peace plan as Putin holds to sweeping demands, and Ukraine's intelligence warned Russia may stage a deadly provocation to derail talks.