Trump and Putin hold phone call but Kremlin refuses Ukraine ceasefire

In a recent phone call between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, the two world leaders discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine. While Trump described the call as ‘excellent’, Putin remained firm in his stance against a ceasefire. Despite pressure from the US and European allies, the Kremlin refused to agree to a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, which Ukraine had already agreed to.
Putin, speaking after the call, described the conversation as ‘very meaningful and frank’ and expressed willingness to work towards future peace talks with Ukraine. However, he made it clear that Russia’s objectives in the conflict remain unchanged.
On the other hand, Trump painted a more positive picture of the call, stating that the talks went ‘very well’ and suggesting that negotiations for a ceasefire and an end to the war would begin immediately. He even proposed the Vatican as a potential host for future Russia-Ukraine negotiations.
Despite Trump’s optimism, it seems that a breakthrough is still a long way off. Trump’s tone has shifted from demanding an immediate ceasefire to suggesting that the warring parties should negotiate the terms themselves. He also hinted at the possibility of the US stepping back from the negotiations if progress is not made.
Overall, the phone call between Trump and Putin did not result in any concrete agreements on a ceasefire in Ukraine. While Trump remains hopeful for peace talks, it is clear that both leaders have their own agendas when it comes to resolving the conflict. Only time will tell if they can find common ground and bring an end to the
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