US President Donald Trump confirmed on Truth Social on Thursday (October 16) that he had concluded a “very productive” telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump highlighted the discussion’s focus on multiple diplomatic and economic issues.
“I have just concluded my telephone conversation with President Vladimir Putin, of Russia, and it was a very productive one,” Trump wrote.
“President Putin congratulated me and the United States on the Great Accomplishment of Peace in the Middle East, something that, he said, has been dreamed of for centuries. I actually believe that the Success in the Middle East will help in our negotiation in attaining an end to the War with Russia/Ukraine,” Trump said.
Acknowledgment of Melania’s role
Trump also mentioned Putin’s appreci