Putin and Trump just wrapped up another marathon phone chat that lasted almost an entire hour. The Russian leader and American president covered major world hotspots during their latest conversation on Thursday. Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov spilled all the details about what the two powerhouse leaders discussed behind closed doors. Trump kicked things off by bragging about his massive new law that Congress just passed. Putin wished the American leader good luck with his plans and sent early holiday greetings for Independence Day.
The Russian president reminded Trump that their countries share deep bonds going back centuries. Putin brought up how Russia helped America during the Revolutionary War and Civil War battles long ago. He mentioned their partnership during both world wars that brought the nations together. Putin even suggested swapping movies that promote family values that both leaders care about. Trump loved the movie idea right away and agreed to make it happen.
The Middle East crisis took up a big chunk of their talk time. Putin stressed that all problems need peaceful solutions through talking rather than fighting. Both sides agreed to keep their foreign ministers and defense chiefs working together on Middle East issues. They also touched on the messy situation happening inside Syria right after recent events there.
Ukraine dominated the final part of their conversation as expected. Trump pushed hard for a quick end to all the fighting between Russia and Ukraine. Putin told Trump that Russia keeps looking for a political deal to stop the conflict. The Russian leader made clear that his country will not give up its main goals that started this whole mess.
The Russian president reminded Trump that their countries share deep bonds going back centuries. Putin brought up how Russia helped America during the Revolutionary War and Civil War battles long ago. He mentioned their partnership during both world wars that brought the nations together. Putin even suggested swapping movies that promote family values that both leaders care about. Trump loved the movie idea right away and agreed to make it happen.
The Middle East crisis took up a big chunk of their talk time. Putin stressed that all problems need peaceful solutions through talking rather than fighting. Both sides agreed to keep their foreign ministers and defense chiefs working together on Middle East issues. They also touched on the messy situation happening inside Syria right after recent events there.
Ukraine dominated the final part of their conversation as expected. Trump pushed hard for a quick end to all the fighting between Russia and Ukraine. Putin told Trump that Russia keeps looking for a political deal to stop the conflict. The Russian leader made clear that his country will not give up its main goals that started this whole mess.
