[Putin Briefs Trump on Battlefield Situation, Trump Expresses Willingness to Mediate Russia-Ukraine Conflict] BlockBeats News, July 5 – Russian Presidential aide Ushakov stated that Putin briefed Trump on the real situation on the battlefield, noting that Russian armed forces are steadily advancing along the entire front line, liberating settlements one after another. Ushakov remarked that European nations are acting based on a misperception of the overall situation and the actual conditions along the contact line. He said Ukraine and its European supporters are betting on prolonging and escalating the conflict, including carrying out terrorist actions targeting civilians. Ushakov emphasized that the liberation of Konstantinovka is a significant step in reclaiming the entire territory of the Donetsk People's Republic, and regardless of how stubbornly the Kyiv regime defends, Russian forces will overcome Ukraine's remaining defensive positions. Trump reiterated his willingness to assist in facilitating an end to the conflict as soon as possible and resolving the crisis through peaceful means. Trump mentioned that his envoy Whitkov and son-in-law Kushner are ready to travel to Moscow at an appropriate time to continue mediation efforts. [Original Link]