Afghanistan, May 19 -- Trump and Putin held a phone call to discuss ending the Ukraine war, signaling renewed diplomatic efforts amid ongoing global tensions.
On Monday, May 19, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a two-hour phone call aimed at advancing peace talks to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. The conversation was described by both leaders as "frank and meaningful." Putin expressed Russia's willingness to collaborate on a ceasefire agreement, emphasizing the need to address the root causes of the conflict. Prior to this, Trump had spoken with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who urged the U.S. to advocate for a 30-day ceasefire and ensure Ukraine's involvement in any peace negoti...