The first step towards peace is a ceasefire in the energy sector
Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation, which lasted at least 1 hour and 30 minutes, focusing on territories and power plants in Ukraine. The White House, in an official reaction, informs that leaders agreed that the first step towards peace would be a ceasefire in the energy and infrastructure sector, as well as technical negotiations for the implementation of a maritime ceasefire, a full ceasefire and a permanent peace. These negotiations will begin immediately in the Middle East.
Full statement from the White House
Today, President Trump and President Putin talked about the need for peace and a ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Both leaders agreed that this conflict should end with stable peace. They also emphasized the importance of improving bilateral relations between the United States and Russia. According to them, the bloodshed and the great expenses from Ukraine and Russia in this war would be better to be used for the needs of their people.
This conflict should have never started and should have long been completed through sincere efforts and good will for peace. Leaders agreed that the first step towards peace will be a ceasefire in the energy and infrastructure sectors, as well as technical negotiations for the implementation of a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, a full ceasefire and a permanent peace. These negotiations will begin immediately in the Middle East.
Both leaders widely discussed the Middle East as a region with potential for cooperation in preventing future conflicts. They also emphasized the need to stop the spread of strategic weapons and will engage with other countries to ensure the wider implementation of this measure.
Both leaders shared the opinion that Iran should never be in a position to destroy Israel. In the end, Trump and Putin agreed that a future with improved relations between the US and Russia brings great benefits. This includes major economic agreements and geopolitical stability after peace is reached.
