Biden Team Seeks to Temper Remark on Putin

The transcript discusses an unscripted remark by a U.S. official regarding regime change, which was clarified as not a policy change. This led to diplomatic efforts to maintain unity among NATO allies, with leaders like Macron and Scholz emphasizing that regime change is not NATO's goal. The transcript also covers the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian negotiations, highlighting some progress and the complexities involved, including the presence of Russian troops in the Donbass region and the need for direct talks between Putin and Zelinski.

What implications did Zelensky's acknowledgment have regarding Russian troops in the Donbass region?

What remains unclear about Putin's stance in the negotiations?