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Trump Calls Putin on Ukraine, Pushes Swift Deal

9/10/2026

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Trump Calls Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump held a one-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine war.
Trump said a swift war end would instantly open impressive trade prospects for the United States and Russia.
Putin asserted Russia has no aggressive plans toward the European Union, rejecting threat claims.
Trump claimed Putin wants a deal, suggested a trilateral summit with Zelenskyy, and noted intelligence agencies remain skeptical.

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Putin Energy Offensive

The United Kingdom announced an extra £100 million ($135 million) of military aid for Ukraine on Sept 8.
Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara said Ukraine is signing contracts for about 1,000 Patriot missiles with an EU loan.
The United States halted direct aid, but allies may still purchase U.S. weapons for Kyiv through NATO.
President Vladimir Putin is preparing a six-month campaign targeting Ukraine’s energy and heating infrastructure to strain civilians.

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Trump Calls Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump held a one-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine war.
Trump said a swift war end would instantly open impressive trade prospects for the United States and Russia.
Putin asserted Russia has no aggressive plans toward the European Union, rejecting threat claims.
Trump claimed Putin wants a deal, suggested a trilateral summit with Zelenskyy, and noted intelligence agencies remain skeptical.

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