President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a productive phone call where they agreed to work closely on resolving the war in Ukraine and visiting each other’s countries.
Agreement to End the War
Trump emphasized the need to stop the deaths in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and highlighted Putin’s use of his campaign motto ‘COMMON SENSE.’
Shift in Strategy
Trump’s approach marks a notable change in U.S. foreign policy, moving towards bilateral negotiations with Russia and treating Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as a secondary party.
Immediate Negotiations
The leaders agreed to initiate negotiations promptly, with Trump reaching out to President Zelenskyy to inform him of their conversation.
Comparison with Previous Administration
This new stance contrasts sharply with the approach taken by former President Biden, signaling a significant policy shift.
Key Players in Negotiations
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, national security adviser Mike Waltz, and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will lead the negotiations to resolve the conflict.
