Trump: Russia and Ukraine start immediately negotiations on the ceasefire

Trump: Russia and Ukraine start immediately negotiations on the ceasefire

President Donald Trump announced after a two -hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin that "Russia and Ukraine will immediately negotiate negotiations on an armistice and, which is even more important, an end to war". These statements raise hopes for an early settlement of the conflict in Ukraine.

Details of the negotiations

Trump explained to Truth Social that "the conditions for this have to be negotiated between the two parties, since they have knowledge of the negotiations that nobody else could have." The president emphasized the positive tone and the good climate of the conversation and was hopeful that both sides can work together constructively.

trade possibilities according to the conflict

"Russia wants to do a comprehensive trade with the United States as soon as this catastrophic 'bloodbath' is over, and I agree. There is an enormous opportunity for Russia to create massive jobs and prosperity. His potential is unlimited," added Trump. He also emphasized that Ukraine can "be a great benefit of trade".

international reactions

Trump reported that he informed various heads of state about the content of the conversation, including the Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, the French President Emmanuel Macron, the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and the Finnish President Alexander Stubb.

Vatican as an intermediary

"The Vatican, represented by the Pope, explained that he would be very interested in aligning the negotiations. Let's start the process!" Added Trump. This could be a significant step towards peace.

background of the conversation

The telephone conversation with Putin is already marking the third known time that the two guides have spoken in January since Trump took office. It happens at a time when Trump is increasingly frustrated by Putin's refusal to conclude a peace treaty with Ukraine.

the belief in a solution

Trump said reporters on his trip to Abu Dhabi last week that he believes that only he personally could advance the stuck peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. He indicated that Putin did not take part in the peace talks in Turkey because Trump himself was not present.

outlook for the coming days

When asked whether he continues to believe that Putin would "hold" him in the peace negotiations, Trump replied: "I will tell you in a week that I will tell you in a few days."

frustration about the conflict

Before the phone call, the press spokeswoman of the White House, Karoline Leavitt, said that Trump had "become tired and frustrated by both parties to the conflict" and that his goal was to achieve a ceasefire and end this conflict.

This story continues to develop and is updated.