Ukrainian media reported that Putin rejected the efforts of Zelensky, Europe, and the United States, while Trump echoed him by making excuses for Putin's absence from the Istanbul peace talks. A Ukrainian infantryman said, "Putin is mocking Trump in front of the whole world. Judging from the results of three years of war, all Western leaders are considered weaklings and fools in Putin's eyes." Ukrainian MP Maria Mezentseva stated, "Russia once again refused a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, which means Russia is just treating everyone as fools and using this time to regroup. In my hometown of Kharkiv Oblast, our soldiers have discovered Russian troop movements aimed at occupying more territory." Ukrainian media noted that several signs indicate that Russia's target is not limited to Kharkiv Oblast; Ukraine has been warning about the concentration of Russian troops and intensification of attacks near Sumy Oblast for months. (Source: Kyiv Independent) Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1832501746444363/ Disclaimer: The article only represents the author's personal views.