Putin and Trump Discussed Ukraine – Kremlin
Assistant to the Russian ruler Yuri Ushakov said that the conversation between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump on December 28th revolved around the situation in Ukraine.This was reported by the Russian state news agency TASS.
Ushakov stated that Putin and Trump exchanged views on various aspects of the Ukrainian conflict. He did not provide specific details about the discussion, but emphasized that both leaders expressed a desire for a peaceful resolution.
This conversation marks a significant moment, as it is one of the first direct communications between Putin and Trump since the former U.S. president left office. The Kremlin has consistently maintained that a negotiated settlement is the only viable path to resolving the conflict in Ukraine, a position that appears to align with statements made by Trump during his presidential campaign.
The timing of this call is also noteworthy, occurring amidst heightened tensions in the region and ongoing international efforts to mediate a ceasefire.Further details regarding the content of the conversation are expected to be released in the coming days.
[Image of Trump and Putin in Alaska in August 2025, photo Getty Images]
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