Russian President Vladimir Putin held a circa 90-minute telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump over the weekend, according to statements from the Kremlin, the BBC Russian Service reported.
The call, initiated in the context of the 250th anniversary of US independence, focused heavily on the ongoing war in Ukraine and potential diplomatic resolutions.
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On the night of Saturday, July 4, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov announced the details of the call. According to Ushakov, Putin congratulated Trump on the US Semiquincentennial and mentioned what he characterized as “Russia’s contribution to the formation of American statehood.”
The two leaders discussed the war in Ukraine. Ushakov claimed that during the call, Trump confirmed his readiness to facilitate an end to hostilities and assist in the search for peace. Furthermore, the Kremlin aide stated that Putin presented the Russian perspective on the frontline situation, asserting that Russian troops are advancing.
Independent Russian investigative outlet Agentstvo noted that earlier in the day, the Kremlin published the text of Putin’s Independence Day greeting to Trump – the first time it has done so this year. The telegram reportedly focused primarily on Putin’s views regarding how relations between the US and Russia should be structured.
Preceding call between Zelensky and Trump
The conversation between the Kremlin and the White House followed a separate phone call between Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday, July 4.
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The call was initially reported by Axios journalist Barak Ravid and subsequently confirmed by Zelensky in a statement on Telegram.
During the conversation, Zelensky congratulated Trump on the US Independence Day and expressed gratitude for the continued military and political backing from Washington.
“We are grateful to the United States for all the assistance provided, from Javelins and Patriots to political support, and we deeply appreciate that America stands with us in defending our independence,” Zelensky stated. “I am grateful to all American hearts who care about the future of Ukraine, Europe, and all people in the world for whom freedom matters.”
Zelensky noted that the two leaders discussed current frontline developments and diplomatic tracks. Ukraine’s president stated that there is currently a “real perspective to end the war,” emphasizing that American decisiveness will be crucial in achieving that outcome.
Following the call, Zelensky and Trump agreed to continue their discussions in person during the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara.
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