Trump Issues Warning to Putin After Summit Prep With Europe

In the lead-up to his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump has issued a warning to Putin. After a call with European leaders, Trump stated that he would impose "very severe consequences" if Putin did not agree to a ceasefire agreement during their upcoming summit. The warning comes as tensions between the US and Russia remain high, particularly over the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting between Trump and Putin is expected to take place later this week, and the issue of the conflict in Ukraine is likely to be a key topic of discussion. The call with European leaders suggests that the US is seeking to coordinate its approach with its European allies, who have also been heavily involved in efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. The potential for a ceasefire agreement, if achieved, could represent a significant diplomatic breakthrough.