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Trump and Putin hold over-90-minute call on Iran war and Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke by phone for more than 90 minutes, discussing the Iran war, the Persian Gulf, and Ukraine. Putin backed extending the Iran ceasefire while warning against military action, and both leaders commented on the Ukraine conflict and potential ceasefire during Victory Day.
Why It Matters
The call shows ongoing high-level U.S.-Russia dialogue on Middle East and European flashpoints, with potential implications for ceasefires, diplomacy, and the symbolism of Victory Day.
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Victory Day parade to be slimmed down; ceasefire noted for May 9
April 29, 2026
The Kremlin said this year's Victory Day on May 9 would be slimmed down as a precautionary measure given the threat of Ukrainian retaliatory strikes.
Trump-Putin call over Iran war and Ukraine lasts more than 90 minutes
April 29, 2026
Putin, initiating the call from Moscow, spoke with Trump for more than 90 minutes about the Middle East war and Ukraine. He said extending the Iran ceasefire is the right move to give negotiations a chance and help stabilise the region, while warning of serious consequences if the US and Israel resort to military action again. Russia pledged to provide every possible assistance to diplomatic efforts. On Ukraine, Trump asked for an assessment of the front line; Putin described the current situation along the line of contact as troops holding the strategic initiative and pushing back the enemy's positions, and both leaders expressed similar views on the Kyiv regime's conduct, accusing it of prolonging the conflict. Putin proposed a ceasefire for the duration of Victory Day; Trump supported the idea. Victory Day is May 9, and this year’s parade will be slimmed down as a precautionary measure given threats of Ukrainian retaliatory strikes.