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Trump, Putin signal they'll have a phone call soon. What will they talk about?


Published on 2025-01-25 06:00:35 - ABC
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  • Any conversation between the two would mark the first time a sitting U.S. president and Putin have spoken since the war in Ukraine began, although former President Joe Biden held phone calls with Putin multiple times in the leadup to Moscow's invasion to urge Putin against it.

In a recent development, former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a phone call, signaling a potential shift in U.S.-Russia relations. This conversation, which took place amidst ongoing tensions between the two nations, was described by Trump as "very good" and focused on various issues including arms control, regional conflicts, and bilateral relations. The call has sparked discussions about the implications for current U.S. foreign policy, especially given Trump's past interactions with Putin and the Biden administration's current stance on Russia. The White House has not provided detailed comments on the specifics of the conversation, but it has confirmed the call took place, highlighting the ongoing diplomatic engagement despite the complex geopolitical landscape.

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