Trump and Putin: Diplomacy Amidst Conflict

In a recent call with Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump expressed a desire for a prompt end to the Ukraine war. Though weapons deliveries weren't discussed, tensions remain due to paused U.S. shipments to Kyiv. Meanwhile, Ukraine emphasizes the critical need for continued military support against escalating Russian advances.

President Donald Trump has urged for an immediate cessation of the Ukraine conflict during a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to Kremlin reports.

Despite ongoing diplomatic discussions, the issue of halted U.S. military support to Kyiv was notably absent from the talks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is hopeful for a direct discussion with Trump soon.

The interaction underscores a challenging geopolitical landscape fueled by concerns over NATO expansion and the control of eastern European policy decisions, especially as the U.S. pauses key weapons shipments, citing diminishing stockpiles.

(With inputs from agencies.)