Former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly called Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him not to escalate the ongoing war in Ukraine. According to sources familiar with the conversation, the call was made in a bid to prevent further violence and potential expansion of the conflict, which has already resulted in tens of thousands of casualties and massive destruction.
While the details of the conversation remain private, reports indicate that Trump conveyed his concern to Putin about the devastating impact the war was having on both Ukraine and Russia, as well as the broader global consequences. Trump, who has often expressed a desire to pursue diplomacy with Russia, is said to have advised Putin against taking actions that could lead to a wider conflict, possibly involving NATO countries.
This reported call comes at a time when tensions between Russia and the West have reached new heights, with the war in Ukraine showing no signs of ending. NATO countries, including the United States, have continued to provide significant military and financial support to Ukraine, while Russia has repeatedly warned of potential escalation, including the use of nuclear weapons.
Trump’s call to Putin is seen by some as part of his broader foreign policy approach, which has often favored direct communication with world leaders, even those with whom the U.S. has tense relations. Despite his controversial stance on Russia during his presidency, Trump has repeatedly criticized the Biden administration’s handling of the Ukraine crisis and has suggested that, if elected again, he would be able to broker a peace deal.
The conversation has sparked both praise and criticism, with some viewing it as a necessary step toward de-escalation, while others question whether Trump’s approach could undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts by the U.S. and its allies to hold Russia accountable for its actions in Ukraine.