In a significant diplomatic development, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a 90-minute phone call on Tuesday, agreeing on the urgent need to end the Ukraine war and establish lasting peace. The White House confirmed that both leaders emphasized the importance of a ceasefire and the resumption of peace talks to resolve the conflict.

According to a White House statement, Trump and Putin discussed the necessity of ending the war, which has caused immense loss of life and resources for both Ukraine and Russia. They agreed that the conflict should have been resolved earlier through sincere and goodwill-driven peace efforts. Both leaders stressed that the resources spent on the war could have been used for the welfare of their people.

The leaders outlined a roadmap for peace, starting with technical discussions on an "energy and infrastructure" ceasefire and a maritime truce in the Black Sea. The ultimate goal is to achieve a comprehensive ceasefire and establish permanent peace. These talks are set to begin immediately in the Middle East.

Trump and Putin also explored the potential for future cooperation in the Middle East, envisioning it as a region that could prevent future conflicts. They highlighted the need for international collaboration to curb the proliferation of strategic weapons and agreed to engage other nations in these discussions.

Additionally, the leaders agreed that Iran should never be in a position to threaten Israel's existence. They expressed optimism about the potential for improved US-Russia relations, which could lead to significant economic agreements and geopolitical stability, ensuring peace and prosperity.

This historic conversation marks a pivotal step toward ending the Ukraine conflict and fostering a new era of cooperation between the United States and Russia.