Making the announcement via his Truth Social account, President Trump notes he will be speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday and then conducting further discussions with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his NATO allies thereafter.

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The principals phone call follows on the heels of Secretary of State Marco Rubio having a phone call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

WASHINGTON DC – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. During the call, Rubio delivered a message from US President Donald Trump.

During the conversation with Lavrov, the US Secretary of State welcomed the prisoner exchange agreement reached in talks between Ukraine and Russia on May 16 in Istanbul.

Rubio also conveyed a clear message from President Trump.

“The United States is committed to achieving a lasting end to the Russia-Ukraine war. The comprehensive peace plan proposed by the United States outlines the best way forward,” Rubio emphasized.

The Secretary also stressed President Trump’s call for an immediate ceasefire and an end to violence. (more)