In an exclusive interview with the BBC published on July 15, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed that he is disappointed with Russian President Vladimir Putin but emphasized that he is not done engaging with him. This statement came hours after Trump announced new weapons shipments to Ukraine and threatened Russia with sanctions. Despite his disappointment, Trump indicated that he has not ended diplomatic relations or dialogue with Putin, suggesting a continued willingness to negotiate or interact with the Russian leader amid ongoing tensions related to the Ukraine conflict.