Trump to Discuss Ukraine War and Trade with Putin Monday

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President Donald Trump will call Vladimir Putin on Monday to discuss Ukraine. He aims to stop the war’s “bloodbath” and address trade, he wrote on Truth Social. Trump also criticized Walmart and spread unverified claims.

Trump described the war as killing 5,000 soldiers weekly. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022.

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He will also speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The calls follow failed ceasefire talks between Moscow and Kyiv.

Trump’s posts included a demand that Walmart avoid price hikes. He linked price concerns to his recent tariff policies.

The president spread baseless conspiracy theories about Hillary Clinton. Such claims have long been debunked by fact-checkers.

The U.S. plays a major role in supporting Ukraine. Trump’s tariffs have sparked debates over consumer prices.

International conflicts often involve high-level diplomatic calls. Trade and war are key issues in U.S.-Russia relations.

Some support Trump’s push for peace and lower prices. Others question his focus on unverified claims.