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Trump-Putin Phone Call: Ceasefire Deal, Prisoner Swap, and Disputed Aid Discussions

FRANCE 24 EnglishApril 7, 20251 min1,509 views
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Limited Ceasefire and Energy Infrastructure

  • ⚡ A phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin resulted in an agreement to halt strikes on energy infrastructure for 30 days.
  • 🤝 The two leaders also agreed to a prisoner swap, with each country exchanging 175 detainees.

Disputed Discussions on Aid

  • 🗣️ Trump described the conversation as "great and productive," but a discrepancy emerged regarding discussions on military aid to Ukraine.
  • 🚫 According to the Kremlin, Putin demanded a cessation of aid for a full ceasefire, a claim Trump denied, stating aid was not discussed.

Implications for Putin and Ukraine

  • 📈 The call is seen as beneficial for Putin, potentially improving Russia's diplomatic standing after years of being a pariah in the West.
  • ⚠️ Ukrainian President Zelensky expressed skepticism, suggesting Moscow is not ready for a full halt to fighting, despite the limited truce.

Resumption of Ceasefire Talks

  • 🇸🇦 American and Russian negotiators are scheduled to meet again in Saudi Arabia on Sunday to continue ceasefire discussions.
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