Donald Trump has told Vladimir Putin that an end to the war in Ukraine is "vital" as he offered to help broker peace. The pair spoke during a 55-minute call on Sunday, with Trump telling the Russian leader that an end to fighting in the region could herald a "new quality of US-Russia ties," according to Kremlin foreign policy adviser Yuri Ushakov.
The call came as Trump celebrated his 80th birthday. Ushakov stated that Trump emphasized the importance of ending the conflict, which could open the door to improved relations between the two nations. The conversation lasted nearly an hour, focusing on the urgent need for a resolution to the ongoing war.
This development marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the former US president and the Russian leader, with Trump positioning himself as a potential mediator. The offer to broker peace comes amid ongoing international efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region.
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