Despite a recent phone call, Trump and Putin's close relationship hasn't yielded significant progress in resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
While the conversation's tone was reportedly positive, substantive breakthroughs remain elusive, leaving the situation largely unchanged.
Trump's pursuit of post-war business deals with Russia adds complexity, potentially hindering efforts to end the conflict quickly.
The current stalemate highlights the challenges in negotiations, with major disagreements persisting between Russia's demands and Ukraine's willingness to compromise.
