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Trump Holds "Very Good" Call with Putin on Ukraine War and Middle East Crisis

Donald Trump confirmed having a "very good" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, where they discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Trump noted the personal tensions between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy complicate peace efforts. The US president stated Putin expressed a desire to be constructive, though Trump emphasized ending the Ukraine war would be more helpful. The call occurred as the US continues large-scale military operations against Iran in the Middle East.

Key Points: Trump-Putin Call on Ukraine, Middle East Conflict

  • Call focused on Ukraine war
  • Discussed Middle East conflict
  • Putin wants to be "helpful"
  • Trump urged end to Ukraine war
  • No specific proposals revealed
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Trump says he had 'very good' call with Putin on Ukraine war, Middle East conflict

Trump describes "very good" call with Putin discussing Ukraine war and Iran conflict, as US military strikes continue in the Middle East.

"Yes. Yes, I had a very good call with President Putin. - Donald Trump"

Washington, March 10

President Donald Trump said he held a "very good" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing the Ukraine war and the escalating conflict in the Middle East as the United States continues military operations against Iran.

At a news conference in Florida, Trump confirmed the conversation with the Russian leader and said both sides discussed the war in Ukraine before turning to the situation in the Middle East.

"Yes. Yes, I had a very good call with President Putin," Trump said in response to a question. "We had a lot of people on the line from our side, from his side. We were talking about Ukraine, which is just a never-ending fight."

Trump said the conversation included a discussion of the personal tensions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which he suggested were complicating efforts to end the conflict.

"When - look, there's tremendous hatred between President Putin and President Zelenskyy. They can't seem to get it together," he said.

Despite the difficulties, Trump described the exchange as constructive.

"But I think it was a positive call on that subject and we obviously talked then about the Middle East," he said.

Trump said Putin had indicated he wanted to play a constructive role in the unfolding crisis.

"And he wants to be helpful," Trump said.However, the US president added that ending the Russia-Ukraine war would be a more meaningful contribution from Moscow.

"I said, you could be more helpful by getting the Ukraine-Russia war over with; that would be more helpful," he said.

"But we had a very good talk, and he wants to be very constructive."

Trump did not provide details about any specific proposals discussed during the call. The remarks came as the United States and Israel continue large-scale military operations against Iran under what the administration has called Operation Epic Fury.

The US president also used the press conference to highlight the scale of the military campaign against Iran, claiming thousands of targets had been struck and major elements of Tehran's military capability destroyed.

The call with Putin came amid heightened global tensions and growing diplomatic activity involving major powers as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies.

- IANS

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Priya S
The focus on personal hatred between leaders is concerning. Conflicts are about land, sovereignty, and people's lives, not just egos. As Indians who've seen complex geopolitics, we know lasting solutions need more substance. Hope the discussion moved beyond personality clashes.
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Aman W
Trump saying Putin "wants to be helpful" while Russia is actively at war is quite a statement. India has maintained a balanced position, and we understand the complexities. But this feels like optics over concrete outcomes. The proof will be in the pudding, as they say.
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Sarah B
The simultaneous focus on Ukraine and the Middle East is crucial. Instability in either region affects us all. India has significant interests in both – our diaspora, energy needs, and trade routes. A constructive role from any major power is needed, but it must be genuine.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I have to criticize the lack of details. "Very good talk" and "constructive" are vague. The Indian public, like many others, deserves more transparency on discussions that shape global security, especially when our nation is navigating these turbulent waters with strategic autonomy.
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Kavya N
The timing is everything. With the US engaged in 'Operation Epic Fury' against Iran, talking to Putin feels like managing multiple fronts. For India's sake, I hope diplomacy prevails. We've seen too much war. 🙏 #Peace

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