Trump-Putin Phone Call Expected This Week Amid Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
March 17, 2025: A potential game-changing diplomatic moment is on the horizon as US President Donald Trump is likely to call Russian President Vladimir Putin this week, intensifying efforts to broker a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deal.
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🔹 White House envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed the upcoming phone call between Trump and Putin.
🔹 Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov indicated “cautious optimism” regarding a possible ceasefire agreement.
🔹 Putin rejected the US’s 30-day ceasefire proposal during talks in Saudi Arabia last week.
🔹 Trump’s administration believes a ceasefire deal is close, with the final terms being discussed.
🔹 National Security Advisor Mike Waltz hinted that the ceasefire deal may involve territorial discussions and security guarantees for Ukraine.
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🗨️ Steve Witkoff (US Special Envoy):
“I expect that there’ll be a call with both presidents this week. We’re also continuing to engage and have conversations with the Ukrainians.”
🗨️ Mike Waltz (US National Security Advisor):
“Putin will absolutely consider a ceasefire, but there are some conditions he wants to discuss. A deal is within reach.”
🗨️ Donald Trump (US President):
“The Ukrainians are tougher to deal with than the Russians. But we need to talk to both sides to bring peace.”
🗨️ Dmitry Peskov (Kremlin Spokesperson):
“There is cautious optimism about a ceasefire, but key issues remain unresolved.”
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🛑 Ukraine and European allies worry that Trump may be pressuring Ukraine to concede too much to Russia.
🛑 US aid to Ukraine was paused temporarily, raising concerns that Trump may use military support as leverage.
🛑 Putin is reportedly open to talks, but still demands significant security concessions.
✔️ Trump-Putin call expected in the coming days – could shape the future of the war.
✔️ Possible Ukraine security guarantees being negotiated behind closed doors.
✔️ Ceasefire deal could materialize within weeks, per US intelligence.
👀 Stay tuned for updates on this high-stakes diplomatic showdown! What do you think about Trump’s approach? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️
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