US President Donald Trump 'spoke to Putin about ending the war in Ukraine' Donald Trump has reportedly spoken with Vladimir Putin over the phone to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.
"I love the Russian people, and always had a very good relationship with President Putin," Trump said, noting the Soviet Union's role in helping the Allies win the Second World War.
On Friday, Trump said he would most likely meet with President Zelensky next week to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.
In January 2025, Trump threatened Vladimir Putin with high tariffs and sanctions if he did not end the Ukraine war soon, saying: "It's time to make a deal.".
In the interview, which took place onboard Air Force One, Trump said he had a concrete plan to end the war in Ukraine but could not disclose further details.
