Trump plans meetings with Putin and Xi after inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump is planning to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin after his inauguration on January 20. He is also in communication with Chinese President Xi Jinping, discussing potential meetings. Trump emphasized the need to end the war in Ukraine, noting high casualty rates. He has not provided specific plans for achieving peace but mentioned understanding Putin's concerns about NATO. While Trump invited Xi to his inauguration, China will send a top envoy instead. Trump has made controversial statements about tariffs on China and military action regarding the Panama Canal, which he claims is vital to the U.S.