As world leaders prepare to gather for this week's NATO summit, U.S. President Donald Trump has once again placed the Ukraine war at the center of international attention. After holding separate phone conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump signaled that he wants to play a role in helping the two countries move closer to a peaceful resolution.
The Russia–Ukraine war has continued for years, claiming thousands of lives, displacing millions of people, and leaving entire communities devastated. Despite repeated diplomatic efforts by world leaders, the conflict remains one of the most serious security challenges facing Europe and the wider international community.
According to Russian officials, Trump's conversation with President Putin lasted approximately 90 minutes. During the call, the two leaders reportedly discussed the ongoing conflict, international security, and the possibility of reopening diplomatic channels. Kremlin representatives later described the discussion as "constructive" and said both sides agreed to remain in contact as opportunities for future negotiations develop.
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