The president of the United States, Donald Trump, reported a long and fruitful telephone conversation with Russian president Vladimir Putin, which took place on February 12, 2025. The main subject of the discussion was the war in Ukraine and the urgent request to end it. Both leaders agreed to immediately launch peace negotiations, stressing the request to halt further bloodshed.
A wide scope of topics with Putin and a shared history
During the conversation between Trump and Putin, the issues of the mediate East, energy, artificial intelligence and the function of the dollar in the global economy were besides addressed. Both leaders referred to the common past of their nations, recalling the cooperation during planet War II and the immense losses suffered by both countries. They hoped for future cooperation that would bring common benefits.
The Presidents agreed to visit each another in their countries and to enter negotiations immediately by designated teams. Trump announced that he would contact the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenski, to inform him of the arrangements with Putin. For negotiations, the president of the United States appointed Marco Rubio, CIA manager John Ratcliffe and national safety advisor Michael Waltz, among others.
Freeing an American teacher as a motion of goodwill
During the interview, Trump thanked Putin for his release American teacher, Marc Fogelwho was released from Russian prison after more than 3 years. Fogel was convicted of possession of medical marijuana.
His release took place as part of the exchange of prisoners between the US and Russia, which is seen as a step towards building common trust and a possible solution to the conflict in Ukraine.
International reactions and prospects for the future
The announcement of the beginning of negotiations was met with mixed reactions on the global stage. any observers are cautiously optimistic, hoping for a swift end to the conflict, while others take the initiative with a reserve, noting the difficulties of reaching an agreement so far. Time will show whether the action taken will bring lasting peace in the region.
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