Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump will not issue a joint message on the anniversary of the gathering on the Elbe," said Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Pieskov. The decision surprises, especially since 4 years ago the leaders of the USA and Russia jointly commemorated this historical event.
The Historical Importance of the Swan Meeting
A gathering on the Elbe, besides called “The Day of the Elbe”, took place on April 25, 1945. This was the first merger of American and russian forces during planet War II, which occurred close the German town of Torgau. This event symbolized the impending end of the war and cooperation between the allies.
Joint message 2020
In 2020, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of those events, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin published a joint statement. They stressed the importance of the historical meeting:
"This event announced the decisive defeat of the Nazi regime. “The Spirit of the Elbe” is an example of how our countries can put aside differences, build trust and work together for a greater cause. (...) In trying present to face the most crucial challenges of the 21st century, we pay tribute to the heroism and courage of all those who fought together to overcome fascism” – the leaders wrote then.
Why won't there be a communication this time?
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Pieskov on Friday (25 April) answered the reporters' question whether Putin and Trump would reissue a joint statement. – No, they won't. He said.
However, Pieskov pointed out that Putin's talks with U.S. peculiar Envoy Steve Witkoff were held on the 80th anniversary of the gathering on the Elbe. – It's symbolic. added the spokesman.
Trump and Putin now
From the beginning of his tenure in January 2025, Donald Trump had 2 authoritative telephone calls with Vladimir Putin. They primarily afraid the end of the war in Ukraine and bilateral American-Russian relations.
However, the talks did not bring a breakthrough. Trump sought full 30-day ceasefirePutin refused to do. The Russian leader only proposed to halt attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, while the fire on cities continued.
Is the Spirit of the Elbe just a story?
The Kremlin's decision to resign from the joint message may indicate the deepening differences between the US and Russia. In 2020 Trump and Putin stressed that cooperation is possible despite disputes. Today, in the face of ongoing war and diplomatic tensions, it is hard to talk of returning to the "spirit of the Elbe".
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Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump will not issue a joint message on the anniversary of the gathering on the Elbe," said Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Pieskov. The decision surprises, especially since four
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Kremlin announces decision: Putin and Trump will not commemorate the anniversary of the gathering on the Elbe
