Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Russia and Ukraine will immediately begin ceasefire negotiations. This announcement followed a phone call between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump mentioned informing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders about the call's outcome. He also noted the Vatican's offer to host the negotiations.
Putin confirmed the conversation was substantive and useful. He expressed gratitude for U.S. support in resuming direct talks between Russia and Ukraine.