Putin and Trump Speak: Renewed Hope for Ukraine Peace Talks

Putin Announces Results of Phone Call with Trump: Renewed Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Discussed May 19, 2025 - A recent phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President Donald Trump has sparked renewed hope for peace in Ukraine. In a brief statement released shortly after the call, Putin highlighted the conversation's duration (over two hours) and Trump's openness. He emphasized the importance of resuming direct talks between Russia and Ukraine to achieve a peace agreement. "The conversation was very substantive and quite frank," Putin stated, adding that he thanked Trump for supporting the resumption of direct negotiations. "Russia is committed to a peaceful resolution of the Ukrainian crisis," Putin affirmed. While details remain scarce, the renewed communication between the two leaders suggests potential progress towards resolving the ongoing conflict. The statement also indicated that further details will be released later by presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov and aide Yuri Ushakov. The focus on direct dialogue between Russia and Ukraine represents a shift towards potential diplomatic solutions. This development follows a period of stalled negotiations, and the involvement of Trump, a key figure in previous diplomatic efforts, adds a layer of complexity and interest to the situation.