Trump and Putin Call for Lasting Peace in Ukraine, White House Says
In a significant diplomatic development, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed that the ongoing war in Ukraine must come to an end with a lasting peace. The White House announced the consensus following recent communications between the two leaders.
The discussions, which have drawn global attention, focused on the urgent need to resolve the conflict that has ravaged Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in 2022. Both leaders acknowledged the devastating humanitarian impact and the broader geopolitical implications of the ongoing violence.
According to the White House statement, Trump and Putin emphasized the importance of diplomatic negotiations to achieve a sustainable resolution. They expressed their commitment to encouraging dialogue between Kyiv and Moscow, with the goal of establishing a comprehensive peace agreement.
While Trump no longer holds office, his engagement with Putin on the issue has sparked debate among political analysts and international observers. Some view the dialogue as a positive step toward conflict resolution, while others question the appropriateness of his involvement given his status as a private citizen.
The Biden administration, while noting the communication, reiterated its continued support for Ukraine and emphasized that any peace agreement must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Reactions from Kyiv have been cautious, with Ukrainian officials emphasizing that any peace talks must include their leadership and reflect the will of the Ukrainian people. Meanwhile, Moscow has not yet released an official statement regarding the conversation.
The call for peace comes amid ongoing hostilities and continued efforts from the international community to mediate the conflict and provide humanitarian aid to affected civilians.
