The author of the Resurgam Telegram channel discussed the issue.In a week marked by rapid diplomatic developments, the international community is recalibrating its approach to Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine. The White House appears to be shifting its stance, as evidenced by a string of urgent visits, high-stakes phone calls, and legislative maneuvers on both sides of the Atlantic.The tone in Moscow has changed noticeably, with Putin’s special envoy Dmitriev—once a formidable behind-the-scenes operator—now signaling a desire for negotiations. This shift is widely interpreted as a sign of growing anxiety within the Kremlin, especially as Dmitriev’s influence, built alongside Witkoff, seems to be unraveling.Meanwhile, the United States has sent clear signals of a policy adjustment. The past 48 hours have seen Russian delegations scramble to North Korea and China, moves that analysts view as a reaction to Washington’s evolving position on Ukraine. The turning point reportedly came after a phone call in which Donald Trump, speaking from a position of strength, urged Putin to reconsider his course. Instead, Putin doubled down, warning Trump of a major new offensive in the coming weeks—a message that appears to have backfired, prompting Trump to alert French President Emmanuel Macron.Macron, seizing the moment, spoke directly with Putin and then made a public statement to French and American media: “Putin does not want to stop.” This declaration was widely seen as an effort to reinforce Trump’s doubts about Moscow’s intentions and to solidify Western resolve.On the ground in Kyiv, Trump’s special representative Keith Kellogg has arrived for a week-long visit, underscoring the critical nature of this period. Kellogg’s mission is twofold: to coordinate future U.S. actions with Ukrainian officials—potentially including the sale of long-range weaponry—and to serve as a key communications advisor, helping Kyiv navigate its relationship with the White House. With the Kremlin searching for any misstep to exploit, Kellogg’s presence is intended to safeguard Ukrainian diplomacy from risky moves or statements that could derail progress.In Washington, the Graham-Blumenthal bill is expected to move forward, having incorporated Trump’s main demands. Even without immediate new tariffs on China or India, the mere passage of this legislation could force buyers of Russian oil to demand steeper discounts, further squeezing Moscow’s revenues.The diplomatic tempo is accelerating elsewhere as well. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has made an urgent trip to Washington, with speculation mounting that a joint press conference with Trump could mark the public launch of a new phase in the West’s response. In Brussels, the European Union is racing to finalize a decision to lower the price cap on Russian oil, with Greece, Cyprus, and Malta reportedly dropping their objections. The EU hopes to have this measure ready ahead of the Rutte-Trump meeting, aligning with previous U.S. calls for Europe to take the lead on sanctions.Finally, a recent phone call between German and Slovak leaders appears to have paved the way for the approval of the EU’s 18th sanctions package against Russia.As these events unfold, the coming days are shaping up to be decisive. With so many moving parts and high-level actors involved, the world is watching to see whether this flurry of diplomacy will translate into meaningful action—and whether the fragile momentum can be sustained.On Sunday, July 13, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the U.S. would send Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems to Ukraine, sharply criticizing Russian leader Vladimir Putin.On Monday, July 14, U.S. President Donald Trump's Special Representative Keith Kellogg has arrived in Ukraine on a visit.