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Leaders
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
Trump-Putin Call Yields No Immediate Ceasefire in Ukraine
The US President, Donald Trump, on Monday held separate phone calls with the Russian President, Vladimir Putin, and the Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, to negotiate a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine aimed at ending their three-year war. The calls did not produce any major breakthrough. Although Trump and Putin said that Moscow and Kyiv would start talks on a future peace, the Russian President did not agree to an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump-Putin Call On Monday, Trump held a much-awaited call with Putin, which the US President described as 'excellent.' Trump praised the call on a social media post, saying that Russia and Ukraine would begin peace talks soon. 'Just completed my two-hour call with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. I believe it went very well. Russia and Ukraine will immediately start negotiations toward a Ceasefire and, more importantly, an END to the War. The conditions for that will be negotiated between the two parties, as it can only be, because they know details of a negotiation that nobody else would be aware of,' Trump wrote on Truth Social. Trump said that the Vatican has expressed interest in hosting the talks, adding that he informed Zelensky, as well as the European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, and the leaders of France, Italy, Germany, and Finland, of his call with Putin. The US President added that Russia is eager to resume trade with the US after the war ends. 'Russia wants to do largescale TRADE with the United States when this catastrophic 'bloodbath' is over, and I agree,' Trump said. No Immediate Ceasefire After the call, Putin described his conversation with Trump as 'constructive' and thanked the US President for his diplomatic efforts. However, he suggested that Moscow had not agreed to an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters in the Russian resort city of Sochi, Putin said that Moscow 'is ready to work with the Ukrainian side on a memorandum on a possible future peace accord, defining a number of positions, such as, for example, the principles of a settlement, the timing of a possible peace agreement.' The Russian President hinted that his country's demands had not changed. 'At the same time, I would like to note that, in general, Russia's position is clear. The main thing for us is to eliminate the root causes of this crisis,' he noted, according to the Associated Press (AP). The Russian Presidential Advisor, Yuri Ushakov, said that the call between the two leaders were friendly, adding that they could hold a face-to-face meeting at some point. Ushakov said they also discussed a Russia-US prisoner swap, which could involve the two countries releasing 9 prisoners each. More Pressure on Russia On Monday, Zelensky said he spoke with Trump before and after his call with Putin. He reiterated Ukraine's readiness for a full and unconditional ceasefire, reaffirming Kyiv's willingness to take part in direct negotiations with Moscow in any format that could yield results. 'This is a defining moment. The world can now see whether its leaders are truly capable of securing a ceasefire and achieving real, lasting peace. At the beginning of our bilateral conversation, I reaffirmed to President Trump that Ukraine is ready for a full and unconditional ceasefire,' he posted on X. The Ukrainian President also called the international community to increase pressure on Russia if it refused to end the war. 'If the Russians are not ready to stop the killings, there must be stronger sanctions. Pressure on Russia will push it toward real peace – this is obvious to everyone around the world,' he said. US Engagement Zelensky also urged the US not to 'distance itself from the talks or the pursuit of peace, because the only one who benefits from that is Putin.' The Ukrainian President's remarks came as Trump suggested he could back out of the process. Speaking to reporters later on Monday, the US leader said: 'I'll tell you big egos involved, but I think something's going to happen. And if it doesn't, I just back away, and they're going to have to keep going again. This was a European situation. It should have remained a European situation.' After Trump's conversation with the European Commission President and the leaders of France, Italy, Germany, and Finland, von der Leyen stressed Europe's support for Ukraine and urged the US President to stay involved in the peace talks. 'I want to thank President Trump for his tireless efforts to bring a ceasefire to Ukraine. It's important that the US stays engaged. We will continue to support Volodymyr Zelensky to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine,' she wrote on X. Short link : Post Views: 20
Western Telegraph
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Western Telegraph
Trump says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks to begin ‘immediately'
Mr Trump also spoke to Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders in the hope of making progress toward a ceasefire. 'The conditions for that will be negotiated between the two parties, as it can only be, because they know details of a negotiation that nobody else would be aware of,' Mr Trump said in a social media post. Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks to journalists after his phone call with Donald Trump at the Sirius Park of Science and Art outside Sochi, Russia (Vyacheslav Prokofyev, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP) It was not clear when or where any talks might take place or who would participate. Mr Trump's announcement came days after the first direct engagement between Russian and Ukrainian delegations since 2022. Those negotiations on Friday in Turkey brought about a limited exchange of prisoners but no pause in the fighting. Mr Trump said the call was 'excellent', adding: 'If it wasn't, I would say so now, rather than later.' The conversations came after the White House said the US leader has grown 'frustrated' with both leaders over the continuing war in Ukraine. Moscow is ready to work toward ending fighting in Ukraine, Mr Putin said following the call. He said Russia was in favour of a 'peaceful settlement' and that compromises would need to be found to suit both parties. He also described the conversation with Mr Trump as 'frank and meaningful'. Moscow, he said, will 'propose and is ready to work with' Ukraine on a 'memorandum' outlining the framework for 'a possible future peace treaty'. 'At the same time, I would like to note that, in general, Russia's position is clear. The main thing for us is to eliminate the root causes of this crisis,' the Russian president said. Mr Trump had expressed his hopes for a 'productive day' on Monday – and a ceasefire – in a social media post over the weekend. But ahead of the call, Vice President JD Vance said Mr Trump is 'more than open' to walking away from trying to end the war if he feels Mr Putin is not serious about negotiation. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the conversation 'important, given the talks that took place in Istanbul' last week between Russian and Ukrainian officials, the first such negotiations since March 2022. Russian presidential adviser Yuri Ushakov, who previously served as Russian ambassador to the US, described the conversation as friendly, with Mr Trump and Mr Putin addressing each other by their first names. 'Trump said, 'Vladimir, you can pick up the phone at any time, and I will be happy to answer and speak with you',' he said. Mr Ushakov also said Mr Trump and Mr Putin could meet face-to-face at some point, but no timeline was set. Mr Putin and Mr rump also talked about a Russia-US prisoner exchange, which Mr Ushakov said was 'in the works' and envisioned Moscow and Washington releasing nine people each. Mr Ushakov did not offer any other details. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a briefing in Kyiv on Monday (Efrem Lukatsky/AP) Mr Zelensky told reporters that he emphasised to Mr Trump that no decisions should be made about Ukraine without involving Kyiv. He also said that he discussed the potential for 'serious sanctions' on Russia. A second phone call involving Mr Trump included leaders from France, Italy and Finland, as well as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Mr Zelensky added. That call happened after Mr Trump talked to Mr Putin. Mr Zelensky said on Monday that he reaffirmed to Mr Trump that Ukraine is ready for a full and unconditional ceasefire. He urged the international community to maintain pressure on Moscow if it refuses to halt its invasion. 'Ukraine doesn't need to be persuaded – our representatives are ready to make real decisions. What's needed is mirrored readiness from Russia for such result-oriented negotiations,' Mr Zelensky said. Mr Trump has struggled to end a war that began with Russia's invasion in February 2022. 'He's grown weary and frustrated with both sides of the conflict,' White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Monday ahead of the call. 'He has made it clear to both sides that he wants to see a peaceful resolution and ceasefire as soon as possible.'
Miami Herald
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Russia-Ukraine Talks: Trump Keeps Door Open to Turkey Trip
President Donald Trump said he is still willing to travel to Turkey on Friday if enough progress is made in the Istanbul peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. "I was thinking about something happened, I'd go on Friday if it was appropriate," Trump said during his visit to Qatar. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Ankara and said he is willing to meet for face-to-face talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Putin has not so far taken up the offer, sending instead a lower-level delegation for the Istanbul negotiations with Ukraine on Thursday, the first set of direct talks between the warring countries in more than three years. "I actually said, why would he go if I'm not going? Because I wasn't going to go," Trump told reporters in Qatar when asked about Putin's lack of attendance. "I wasn't planning to go. I would go. But I wasn't planning to go. And I said I don't think he's going to go if I don't go, and that turned out to be right. But we have people there...I didn't think it was possible for Putin to go if I'm not there." Trump had previously demanded that substantial progress be made towards peace or he would walk away from brokering the process. He wants a swift end to the war, citing the vast death and destruction, and the burden on American taxpayers of funding Ukraine's defense through military aid. "We think we're going to do well with Russia-Ukraine. Five thousand soldiers are being killed every single week on average. Five are wiped out," Trump said. "If you see the satellite pictures. I get satellite pictures of that battlefield and I want to tell you, I've never seen anything like that. I wish I never saw it. You have heads and arms and legs strewn all over the we're going to see if we can end that." This is a breaking news story and more information will be added soon. Related Articles Putin Swerves Zelensky Turkey Summit, Sends Low-Level DelegatesRussia Could Be Ready to Strike NATO in Two Years, New Report SaysUkraine Crisis Could Spark 'Direct' Russia-US Confrontation-NORAD CommanderRussia Parcel Bomb Plot Uncovered in NATO State 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Miami Herald
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Russian Jet Violates NATO Airspace as Putin ‘Shadow Fleet' Tanker Escorted
Estonia has accused Russia of breaching its airspace in a move that raises tensions between Moscow and NATO's Baltic State member. The Russian Sukhoi Su-35 entered Estonia's airspace for less than a minute on Tuesday evening above the Juminda Peninsula area in the Gulf of Finland, according to the Estonian Defense Forces. No flight plan was filed, the jet's transponders were turned off, and the pilot did not maintain two-way communication with Estonian air traffic control, the statement added. Estonia's foreign minister Margus Tsahkna said that the incident "was no acceptable in any way." Same evening, the Estonian Navy was escorting a suspected Russian "shadow fleet" tanker headed for Saint Petersburg, with Russian sources claiming the NATO ally's navy was 'warded off' by the combat jet. NATO members have accused Russia of stoking tensions by the alliance's eastern flank through hybrid measures such as GPS jamming and flying close to its airspace. This is a breaking story and will be updated shortly. Related Articles Russia Could Be Ready to Strike NATO in Two Years, New Report SaysUkraine Crisis Could Spark 'Direct' Russia-US Confrontation-NORAD CommanderMacron Open to Deploying Nuclear Weapons Across EuropePhotos Show Allied Jets Escorting US Bombers in New Frontline Drills 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
New York Post
08-05-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
Xi, Putin sign ‘strategic partnership' agreement — day after Chinese leader took swipe at Trump admin
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an agreement on Thursday deepening their 'strategic partnership' — a day after the Chinese autocrat took a swipe at the Trump administration. The heads of state met in Moscow to discuss 'the most important issues,' including the Ukraine conflict and Russia-US relations, according to the Kremlin press service. 'The talks addressed key issues concerning further development of the comprehensive strategic partnership, as well as current matters on the international and regional agendas,' the Kremlin said in a readout of the meeting. 4 Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an agreement on Thursday deepening their 'strategic partnership.' Xinhua/Shutterstock It was the third time the adversary nations' leaders met since the start of the year, according to the Kremlin. Xi is in Moscow until Friday for Russia's 'Victory Day' celebrations marking the end of World War II. The Chinese leader in an editorial for the Russian Gazette on Wednesday alluded to Beijing and Moscow's shared frustration with the United States, noting that 'again humankind has come to a crossroads of unity or division, dialogue or confrontation, win-win cooperation or zero-sum games. 'Eighty years ago, the forces of justice around the world, including China and the Soviet Union, united in courageous battles against their common foes and defeated the overbearing fascist powers,' Xi wrote. 'Eighty years later today, however, unilateralism, hegemonism, bullying, and coercive practices are severely undermining our world.' Xi also commended Russia in the editorial for opposing 'any form of 'Taiwan independence,' and it firmly supports all measures of the Chinese government and the Chinese people to achieve national reunification.' 4 The heads of state met in Moscow to discuss 'the most important issues,' including the Ukraine conflict and Russia-US relations, according to the Kremlin press service. MIKHAIL METZEL/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN/POOL/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock 4 Xi is in Moscow until Friday for Russia's 'Victory Day' celebrations marking the end of World War II. MIKHAIL METZEL/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN/POOL/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock 4 The partnership comes a day after the Chinese autocrat took a swipe at the Trump administration, according to reports. MIKHAIL METZEL/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN/POOL/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock China hawks have long warned that Russia's invasion of Ukraine could embolden China to invade Taiwan. 'No matter how the situation on the Taiwan island evolves or what troubles external forces may make,' he said, alluding to the United States, 'the historical trend toward China's ultimate and inevitable reunification is unstoppable.'
