Trump Announces Immediate Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Talks After Call With Putin

After a two-hour call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine will begin immediate ceasefire negotiations. Trump described the call as “very well” and emphasized that talks will be directly handled by both nations. He later briefed key European leaders and said the Vatican may host the talks.

Trump praised Putin’s tone and reiterated the potential for “unlimited” US-Russia trade post-war. He also mentioned that Ukraine could benefit economically through reconstruction. Putin called the call “useful” and stressed the need for compromises and a possible peace memorandum with Kyiv.