China Warns EU Against Russian Loss in Ukraine; Trump Disappointed with Putin

China's Stance on the Ukraine War

• 🇨🇳 China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi conveyed to the EU's top diplomat that Beijing does not want to see Russia lose in Ukraine.
• ⚠️ Wang Yi reportedly argued that a Russian defeat would cause the US to shift its full attention to China.
• 🚫 China rejected accusations of materially supporting Russia's war effort, either financially or militarily.

EU Diplomat's Reaction

• 😮 Some EU officials were surprised by the frankness of Wang Yi's remarks during the meeting.
• 📚 Wang Yi allegedly gave Kaja Kallas "history lessons and lectures," which some EU officials interpreted as a lesson in realpolitik.

Trump's Conversation with Putin

• 🗣️ Donald Trump expressed disappointment with his conversation with President Putin, stating he did not believe Putin was looking to stop the war.
• 🚫 Trump indicated that he made no progress with Putin during their call, which also touched upon Iran and the war in Ukraine.
• 🇺🇸 Trump also mentioned discussing the war in Ukraine with President Biden, expressing his unhappiness about the situation.