Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held a 90-minute telephone conversation on April 29 – notably, at Putin's behest. Past conversations of this

President Trump said the agreement will swap 1,000 prisoners from each country after Russia and Ukraine announced separate short-term ceasefire plans.

President Trump said on Friday that he hopes a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine will be extended beyond the announced three days, after the two countries agreed to halt fighting through the weekend.

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Is Putin looking to Trump for a lifeline? How does last week’s phone call between the leaders actually signal Russian weakness? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the geopolitical implications of the meeting,

President Trump needs to know Vladimir Putin won’t be “wasting his time” before he commits to another in-person summit with the Russian strongman, he told reporters Saturday. “We’re going to have to know that we’re going to make a deal ...

“President Trump wants to appease President Putin. Most Americans reject it. We reject Putin,” Representative Don Bacon said on X.

For decades, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s goal has been to undermine democratic nations, particularly those in NATO, and weaken their ability to thwart his imperialist ambitions. Under President Trump, he could not have been more effective.

For years, Russia’s Victory Day parade has symbolized the country’s military strength and power, with a dazzling display of heavy military equipment and a stream of visiting dignitaries.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Vladimir Putin would be delighted by threats to NATO unity and the easing of sanctions.