As President Trump prepares for a private conversation with Vladimir Putin, European leaders are scrambling to influence his strategy. This meeting comes amidst efforts to broker peace in Ukraine, but the outcome remains uncertain. politico reports, Trump’s call with Putin could determine the US position going forward. The EU has initiated joint calls with Trump and France, Germany, and the UK have already held a second such call. These efforts aim to shape Trump’s approach before the highly anticipated Kremlin call, where both sides are expected to reach an understanding about peace talks. However, concerns remain that Trump could take unilateral action to isolate Ukraine from any negotiated settlement.