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This conversation, the publication ⁣reports, was the first⁢ between Trump and Putin after the American politician’s victory in the ⁤elections. It took place while Trump was ‌at ​his resort in Florida. During the conversation, he urged Putin not to aggravate the⁤ conflict in Ukraine and reminded him of the significant⁤ US military presence in Europe. ⁢This was reported by​ a source familiar⁢ with the‌ details of the conversation.

During the conversation, Trump⁤ and‌ Putin touched on the​ topic of peace in Europe, with Trump expressing interest in further discussing ways to resolve the Ukrainian crisis. ⁤Let us ​recall that in his election campaign, Trump repeatedly stated that he was ⁣ready to end the war in Ukraine, but did not disclose ‍how he was going to achieve this. In‍ private conversations, he expressed the opinion ​that Russia could retain some of the territories captured during the conflict if‌ this leads to peace. The ⁢issue was also briefly raised ⁤in the telephone conversation, informed sources said.

At⁤ this time, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, in an interview on November 8, predicted that ‌with Trump coming⁤ to power, the United States, in his opinion, would‍ stop participating in the Ukrainian conflict.

The call took place amid uncertainty about how‍ the ⁢new US president will ‍structure his diplomatic​ relations with world leaders. Trump said that in recent days he has already spoken with more than 70 world leaders, including Ukrainian President ⁤Vladimir Zelensky. However, it is worth noting that these ​telephone conversations are⁤ not conducted through the US State Department ⁣and without the participation of government interpreters, since the Trump transition team has‍ not yet entered ⁢into ​an ​appropriate agreement with government agencies.

In ⁤turn, the Ukrainian​ government was⁣ informed in advance about the conversation ‍between Trump and Putin and did not object to this step. Ukrainian officials expected ‍Trump to negotiate with Putin ⁢to ⁤resolve the situation in Ukraine.

Initially, Moscow’s ⁤reaction to Trump’s victory was restrained. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry ⁤Peskov said ⁣Putin‌ did ⁢not plan to call the ⁤new US president because Russia considers America an “unfriendly country” involved in ⁢a conflict with it. However, on ​November 10, Putin nevertheless congratulated Trump⁤ on his victory, ⁢expressing his readiness‌ to talk with him.

As ‌Peskov noted, ⁣Trump’s strategy⁤ towards Ukraine remains less predictable⁣ than that of his opponent Joe Biden, and it is still questionable how⁣ much Trump ⁢will adhere ​to the ⁣statements made during his ​election campaign.

Let us remind you that “Cursor” ‍wrote‍ that ⁢Western countries, despite their ‍dissatisfaction with Donald Trump’s‌ victory, see in his ⁣return to the White House an opportunity to get‍ rid of responsibility for the situation‌ in Ukraine.

Interview between Time.news Editor and International‌ Relations Expert

Editor: Welcome to Time.news, ⁢where we explore the pressing global issues of our time. Today, we have​ with us Dr. Anna Petrova, an international relations ⁤expert and a specialist in U.S.-Russia relations. Thank you for joining us, ⁤Dr. Petrova.

Dr. Petrova: Thank⁢ you for having me. ​It’s great to ‌be here.

Editor: Let’s ⁤start with ‍the recent conversation between ⁢former⁣ President ⁤Trump and President Putin. This was ⁣their first‍ exchange since Trump’s re-election victory, and it was reportedly focused ‍on ​the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. What do ⁢you think ‌is the significance of this call?

Dr. Petrova: This call is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it signals an immediate attempt ⁣by Trump to re-engage with⁣ Russia after his⁤ election. Given the ongoing Ukrainian crisis, it’s ⁤crucial for ​U.S. leadership to address⁤ this directly with Moscow. Trump’s insistence on urging​ Putin not to ⁤escalate the conflict demonstrates a paradoxical approach; while he is often depicted as pro-Russia, he is aware of the geopolitical⁢ implications of a heightened conflict in Ukraine, ​especially ⁢with the strong U.S. military​ presence in Europe.

Editor: Trump‍ has expressed a ⁣willingness to discuss peace in Europe,⁤ particularly regarding the Ukrainian crisis. However, many are skeptical about his methods. ⁢What do ⁣you think his approach ⁣might involve, especially considering he mentioned potentially allowing ‌Russia to retain some territories ⁢for the sake of ⁤peace?

Dr. Petrova: That⁢ part is quite controversial. Trump’s willingness to discuss peace while entertaining the‍ idea of territorial⁤ concessions could be⁣ seen ⁤as pragmatic⁤ but problematic. What he may view as a step towards peace could further legitimize Russian aggression ‌in the eyes of many Ukrainians and the international ​community. His lack of a concrete plan during his campaign leaves room for interpretations that might either promote‌ dialogue or risk sending the ⁢wrong message about the seriousness of territorial integrity.

Editor: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor⁣ Orban recently suggested that with Trump in power, U.S. involvement in the⁢ Ukrainian conflict might ⁣diminish. How do you ‌interpret this prediction, and what implications⁢ could it have for Europe?

Dr. Petrova: Orban’s statement reflects a growing concern ⁤in Europe about‍ the potential for a U.S. foreign policy that adopts a more⁤ isolationist approach to conflicts that do not‌ directly ⁤threaten ‌American ⁤interests. If Trump sets⁣ a course that reduces U.S. involvement in‍ Ukraine, it could​ lead to increased instability in Eastern ⁤Europe and embolden Russian actions. European⁣ alliances and overall security could be jeopardized if the U.S.⁢ steps back, forcing ⁣European ⁣nations to take on a⁢ more significant burden in dealing with both Russia and the ensuing humanitarian crises.

Editor: ‌There’s already a sense of ‌uncertainty regarding how Trump will structure his diplomatic‌ relations moving ⁢forward. What advice would you give to ‍analysts watching ​this dynamic unfold?

Dr.⁤ Petrova: Analysts should closely monitor Trump’s statements and actions‌ as they will reveal his⁢ administration’s priorities. Additionally, understanding the feedback loop between U.S. domestic politics and foreign policy will be crucial; ‌Trump’s approach may be influenced by his base’s sentiments about international engagements. ​Furthermore, observing how European‌ leaders respond to ⁣this will provide ⁣insight into the broader implications for NATO and European security.

Editor: Thank you, Dr. Petrova, for your ‌insightful analysis⁢ on these complex issues. It’s clear that the upcoming era‌ of U.S.-Russia relations will ‍be ⁤pivotal, not only for Eastern Europe but for global geopolitics as a whole.

Dr. Petrova: Thank you for having⁣ me. It’s a critical time in international relations, and discussions like ⁢these ‍will help shape ⁤our understanding of the future.

Editor: Indeed, and thank you to our audience for tuning ⁤in. Stay⁤ informed with‍ Time.news for more discussions on ⁣global affairs.