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Trump says Putin, in phone call, vowed Russian response to Ukraine airfield attack, casts doubt on peace deal

  • On Wednesday, Donald Trump shared on social media that Vladimir Putin told him during a call that Russia intends to retaliate against Ukraine's recent drone strikes targeting Russian airbases.
  • The call occurred amid escalating tensions after Russia accused Ukraine of ordering bomb attacks on its territory, while Ukraine dismissed these allegations.
  • During their hour and 15-minute conversation, Trump said they discussed various attacks from both sides and Iran's nuclear program, with Putin showing no willingness to meet Zelenskyy.
  • Trump described the call as productive but indicated it would not result in swift peace, adding that Putin firmly stated he must react to the recent attack on Russian airfields.
  • The exchange signals continued conflict and skepticism toward peace talks, which are ongoing in Istanbul, while diplomatic efforts and calls for restraint continue internationally.
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Negotiations with Putin are stalling on the Ukraine war. Ukraine sends a message to Russia – and attacks targets in Putin's empire. The news ticker.

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