Trump calls Putin in push for Ukraine ceasefire

19/05/2025 15:32 France 24

Donald Trump held a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, aiming to push for an end to the ongoing war sparked by Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The former U.S. president is hoping a direct personal appeal will persuade Putin to agree to a 30-day unconditional ceasefire with Kyiv. Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance says Ukraine talks are at 'an impasse'. FRANCE 24's international editor Philip Turle has more.

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