#BREAKING NEWS ALERT.
Former U.S. President #DonaldTrump announced that he held a two-hour call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which he described as highly productive. According to Trump, both Russia and Ukraine have agreed to begin negotiations aimed at reaching a ceasefire and ultimately ending the ongoing war. He emphasized that the terms of the agreement would be decided by the two nations involved, asserting that only they fully understand the complexities and sensitivities of the conflict. Trump praised the conversation’s tone and expressed confidence in its positive direction.
Trump also highlighted that Russia is looking to pursue large-scale trade with the United States once the war concludes. He pointed out the immense potential for economic recovery and growth, especially for Russia, which he believes can generate substantial employment and wealth through renewed trade relations. He described Russia’s economic potential as "UNLIMITED" and noted that Ukraine could equally benefit from international trade as it works to rebuild its economy post-conflict.
Following his conversation with Putin, Trump reportedly informed several key international leaders about the development. This included Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Finnish President Alexander Stubb. He also mentioned that the Vatican, through the Pope, expressed interest in supporting the peace negotiations.
Trump concluded his statement with optimism, urging the launch of the negotiation process. He framed the situation as a historic opportunity to end the "catastrophic bloodbath" and unlock economic prosperity for all parties involved. With both sides reportedly on board and global leaders informed, the stage is set for what could be a critical turning point in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.