Washington D.C. — Former President of the United States, Donald Trump, has expressed deep disappointment with Russian President Vladimir Putin over his firm stance on continuing the war in Ukraine.
The remarks followed a recent telephone conversation between the two leaders, during which Trump attempted to engage Putin on the ongoing conflict. However, sources indicate that the dialogue yielded no progress toward a peaceful resolution.
According to reports, Trump had hoped to convince Putin to reconsider his country’s prolonged military aggression against Ukraine, a war that began on February 24, 2022, and has since caused massive destruction and loss of life. Instead, Putin stood firm, telling Trump that Russia would not stop the war until all of its strategic objectives are met.
The former U.S. president described the conversation as “disheartening” and criticized Putin for refusing to entertain any immediate efforts toward peace.
“I had hoped we could begin a meaningful dialogue toward ending the conflict. Sadly, that was not the case,” Trump said in a brief statement after the call.
Putin’s continued defiance comes amid growing international pressure and condemnation over Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Despite sanctions and diplomatic isolation, the Kremlin appears committed to its military campaign.
The conversation between the two leaders marks a rare instance of direct communication since Trump left office. It also highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and the challenges of finding a diplomatic pathway to peace.
As the war in Ukraine drags into its third year, the international community remains divided on how to end the crisis, with diplomatic solutions becoming increasingly elusive.
