Putin flies 2000 miles to Trump around Ukraine: reason for the route.
17.10.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
17.10.2025
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Putin chooses an unusual route to Budapest
Vladimir Putin is trying to find a 2000-mile bypass to Budapest, avoiding Ukraine, where a war is ongoing, as well as his closest allies, to meet Donald Trump. His journey to the Hungarian capital will be long and complicated, as he is forced to avoid NATO and EU airspace, which could lead him into an area controlled by opponents.It is not clear how these negotiations may affect relations between Russia and the West.This trip will be a real test for Putin, as he will be under the scrutiny of countries that do not support him. The meeting is scheduled against the backdrop of significant tension in international relations, which adds complexity to its organization.The search for new travel routes for politicians has always mattered in world politics, especially in the context of modern conflicts. This indicates how important it is to consider the geopolitical circumstances that may influence future negotiations and interactions between countries.
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