Russian President Putin makes peace tip with Ukraine after Donald Trump's 2-hour phone call | Today news
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that attempts to end the Ukraine War are on track after a call with US President Donald Trump. Putin has announced Russia’s readiness to work with Ukraine on a memorandum in which a possible future peace agreement and conditions for a ceasefire are set out. After a phone call with Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about ending the war in Ukraine, and he said Russia is willing to set up direct discussions with Kyiv and draw up a peace plan. (AFP) Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about the ongoing efforts to end the war in Ukraine following a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Monday (19). Putin spoke near the Black Sea Resort of Sochi, saying Moscow is ready to work with Kyiv on setting up a memorandum for a future peace agreement. “We have agreed with the United States President that Russia will propose and are ready to work on a memorandum with the Ukrainian side on a possible future peace agreement, which defines a number of positions, such as the principles of settlement, the timing of a possible peace agreement,” Putin told Reporters near the Black Sea. Recognition of our support for direct talks thanked Putin Trump for supporting the resumption of direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, which recently met in Turkey in Face-to-face-their first talk since March 2022. Discussion discussions Putin indicated that a possible ceasefire may be part of the peace process, depending on agreements achieved by discussions. He acknowledged continuous international calls – including Ukraine, Europe and the US – for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire of at least 30 days. If appropriate agreements are reached, there may be a ceasefire, Putin said, adding that the direct conversations “give reason to believe that we are generally on the right path.” Focus on causes that repeat Russia’s position, Putin emphasizes the importance of addressing the fundamental issues behind the crisis to bring about lasting peace. “I want to note that Russia’s position as a whole is clear. The most important thing for us is to eliminate the cause of this crisis, ‘he said. “We just have to determine the most effective ways to move to peace.” It is a developing story. Come check out for updates