Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed comfort in discussions with US President Donald Trump regarding the Ukrainian crisis but warned against US missile supplies to Ukraine, which he sees as escalating tensions. He stated that these missiles would not significantly alter the battlefield dynamics. A White House official noted the negative effects of Russia's invasion on its economy and reputation, while Putin dismissed accusations of Russian drone involvement in Denmark as NATO's strategy to increase defense spending. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the broader implications of Russia's actions on Europe.