In recent developments, Vladimir Putin has cautioned Donald Trump about the potential “extremely harmful consequences” of any further US military actions targeting Iran. This warning was conveyed during a 90-minute phone call where the two leaders also deliberated on the Iran situation and discussed the possibility of a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine.
According to Putin’s foreign policy advisor, the Russian president expressed Moscow’s serious concerns regarding the risks associated with a potential US ground operation in Iran. Reports from Russian media indicated that Putin emphasized the adverse outcomes that could arise if the US and Israel were to engage in another strike on Iran, labeling any ground intervention as “highly dangerous and not acceptable.”
Following the conversation, Trump shared positive remarks, mentioning, “We had a very good conversation, I’ve known him a long time.” Putin reportedly suggested relocating Iran’s buried uranium to Russia, but Trump expressed a preference for Putin to assist in resolving the conflict in Ukraine before any further cooperation.
Trump expressed optimism about finding a swift resolution to the Ukraine issue, highlighting his belief in their ability to reach a solution promptly. He indicated proposing a potential ceasefire and suggested that Putin might consider the idea.
Additionally, Trump implied that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy bore responsibility for the lack of progress in reaching a peace agreement. Discussions between the two leaders included the possibility of a short-term ceasefire in Ukraine coinciding with the upcoming anniversary of the end of World War II next month, a proposal that had been previously suggested but not realized.
The developments followed a significant address by King Charles to Congress, emphasizing the importance of unwavering support for Ukraine and its people in the face of ongoing challenges.