Trump-Putin Budapest talks on hold, but Europe still on edge

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Rosie Birchard in LuxembourgOctober 25, 2025 at 04:26 PM

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The highly anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest has been postponed, providing temporary relief to Ukraine's EU allies who were concerned about Russia's influence on European security discussions. The delay allows for upcoming summits in Brussels and London to focus on securing financial support for Kyiv and increasing pressure on Moscow. A joint statement from Ukrainian and several European leaders called for increased economic sanctions against Russia until peace is achieved. Lithuania's top diplomat, Kestutis Budrys, emphasized that Putin should face trial at The Hague rather than attend meetings in European capitals. Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban defended Budapest as the "only suitable" place for talks on Ukraine's future, despite criticism from other EU states.

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International Criminal Court 40% Budapest 50% Europe ×260% Ukraine ×470% Russia ×380% Donald Trump ×480% Vladimir Putin ×390%

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