President Donald Trump held a 90-minute phone call with Russia President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, focusing on efforts to make a ceasefire deal to end the war between Russia and Ukraine and exploring ways to improve relations between the United States and Russia.
Key Points from the Call
• According to a readout released by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the two leaders discussed the urgency of reaching a ceasefire and achieving lasting peace in Ukraine.
• Both agreed that the ongoing conflict had exacted a heavy toll on both Russia and Ukraine and that resources should be redirected toward the welfare of their respective citizens rather than continued warfare.
“Today, President Trump and President Putin spoke about the need for peace and a ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Both leaders agreed this conflict needs to end with a lasting peace,” Leavitt stated. “They also stressed the need for improved bilateral relations between the United States and Russia. The blood and treasure that both Ukraine and Russia have been spending in this war would be better spent on the needs of their people. This conflict should never have started and should have been ended long ago with