- The statement from Russian President Vladimir Putin indicates that Russia will permit the usage of its US and international frozen assets to assist in Ukraine reconstruction efforts. He made this statement ahead of talks with US special envoy Steve Witkoff.
- Putin explained that peace between Russia and Ukraine will enable asset usage. He added that discussions on this issue are ongoing with representatives of the US government. According to him, the remaining frozen Russian assets in the US and other countries may help rebuild regions affected by the war.
- Putin declared that Russia would donate one billion US dollars from its US frozen assets to finance a Gaza peace initiative. He praised the current US administration for its efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict.
Putin Comments on Greenland Issue
- Putin also responded to comments by US President Donald Trump regarding the possible acquisition of Greenland. He said that Russia has no involvement in the Greenland issue and has no concerns about it.
- Speaking at a National Security Council meeting on Wednesday night, Putin stated that Greenland is not a matter of interest for Russia. He said that Denmark has historically treated Greenland as a colony which led to his description of their actions as aggressive. However, he added that this issue does not affect Russia.
Trump Shows Flexibility on Greenland
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US President Donald Trump recently softened his position on Greenland. At the Davos World Economic Forum he declared that he would not use military force to obtain the island. This marked a shift from his earlier strong statements, which included threats of tariffs against countries that did not cooperate with the United States.
- In a later social media post, Trump said he had agreed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the framework of a future agreement related to Arctic security. The details of this agreement were not disclosed.
- While Trump’s position could still change, recent diplomatic efforts appear to have reduced tensions for now. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte played a key role in these discussions and has gained attention for his influence in easing the situation.
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