President Donald Trump is set to engage in a series of crucial phone calls on Monday, May 19, 2025, with key figures involved in the Ukraine war. These calls include discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and leaders from NATO countries.
The primary objective of these discussions is to find a path towards ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump has expressed his desire to stop the "bloodbath" and hopes that these conversations will pave the way for a ceasefire and ultimately, a resolution to the war.
These diplomatic efforts follow unsuccessful direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has suggested the Vatican as a potential venue for future peace talks. Meanwhile, a prisoner exchange agreement involving 1,000 prisoners of war from each side was reached in Istanbul, with hopes for its implementation soon.