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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Video Trump: Putin plans to retaliate for Ukraine’s drone attack
President Donald Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin told him in a phone call on Wednesday that Putin will retaliate against Ukraine for its coordinated drone attack on Russian war planes.
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