In a recent phone call, Donald Trump expressed to Vladimir Putin the importance of ending the conflict in Ukraine and offered his assistance in facilitating peace talks. The conversation, lasting 55 minutes, took place as Trump celebrated his 80th birthday. Kremlin foreign policy adviser Yuri Ushakov relayed that Trump believes resolving the fighting in Ukraine could lead to improved relations between the US and Russia.
Additionally, Trump mentioned progress towards a peace agreement with Iran, expressing hope that the outcomes of ongoing negotiations could be made public soon. Ushakov reported Trump’s commitment to collaborating with European partners and Kyiv, including potential discussions at the upcoming G7 summit, to achieve a swift resolution and enhance US-Russian relations.
Putin reciprocated Trump’s birthday wishes in an informal manner, praising Trump as a remarkable figure and expressing optimism about their ability to address complex bilateral and international issues openly. Putin highlighted the potential for enhancing Russian-American relations and promoting global security and stability through joint efforts.
Prior to the G7 summit, Trump conversed with Volodymyr Zelenskyy on strategies to end the conflict in Ukraine. Zelenskyy conveyed his support for Trump’s initiatives to halt Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. The conflict in Ukraine has persisted for over four years since Russia’s invasion in February 2022, surpassing the duration of the First World War.
While peace efforts have been overshadowed by the conflict in Iran, US officials stressed the urgency of ending the hostilities as quickly as possible. A senior official briefed journalists on the upcoming G7 meeting, emphasizing the need to prioritize peace negotiations amidst ongoing regional tensions.
