During a pivotal two-hour call, President Trump and President Putin discussed immediate peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, as the war enters its fourth year. Putin expressed readiness for a memorandum to outline key principles for the peace accord. While both leaders saw discussions moving in a positive direction, Putin stressed that understanding the root causes of the conflict is crucial for achieving lasting peace. Additionally, Trump indicated that the Vatican might play a role in hosting the negotiations, signaling an international dimension to the peace process.
Putin stated, "We have agreed with the president of the United States that Russia will propose and is ready to work with the Ukrainian side on a memorandum on a possible future peace accord."
Trump mentioned that the Vatican would be interested in hosting the negotiations, stating, "Let the process begin!"
Putin emphasized the need to "eliminate the root causes of this crisis," showcasing the complexity of achieving a lasting peace.
Al Jazeera correspondent Yulia Shapovalova noted, "Putin believes that the US, because of its influence, can resolve any problems."
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