US President Donald Trump interrupted a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ca
Earlier on Monday, Trump had said he planned to speak with Putin by phone, just three days after their in-person meeting and following talks with Ukrainian and European leaders. “I just spoke to President Putin indirectly and we’re going to have a phone call right after these meetings today,” Trump told reporters during his Oval Office session with Zelenskyy. He added, “we may or may not have a trilat” with Zelensky and Putin.
Hot Mic Moment with Macron
Before European leaders arrived, a hot mic captured a conversation between Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron. Trump said, “I think he wants to make a deal. I think he wants to make a deal for me. You understand that? As crazy as that sounds,” seemingly referring to Putin.
Confirmation and Media Reports
A spokesperson for Putin, quoted by Russian media, confirmed the call. Several international outlets had earlier reported the conversation, citing unnamed sources close to the talks.
Call Happened Earlier Than Expected
The phone call came earlier than anticipated, as Trump was initially not expected to speak with Putin until after his meetings with Zelenskyy and the European leaders. Details of the discussion remain unclear, with Russian media providing little information. Meanwhile, talks between Trump, Zelenskyy, and the European leaders continued in Washington.
