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Macron and Putin Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire and Iran Diplomacy

7/2/2025

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French President Emmanuel Macron and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in their first conversation in three years, focusing on a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Macron championed Ukraine's sovereignty, while Putin pushed for acknowledgment of Russia's territorial claims. The leaders also tackled Iran's nuclear ambitions, committing to collaborate on diplomatic strategies moving forward.

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French President Emmanuel Macron and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in their first conversation in three years, focusing on a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Macron championed Ukraine's sovereignty, while Putin pushed for acknowledgment of Russia's territorial claims. The leaders also tackled Iran's nuclear ambitions, committing to collaborate on diplomatic strategies moving forward.