Russia pressing on shows the shifting nature of Trump and Putin's relationship
Special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russia's President Vladimir Putin met overnight, in what Donald Trump has called highly productive discussions.
However, the White House has announced that further sanctions will be imposed on Russia.
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