On Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump in a phone call lasting about 90 minutes. Trump later posted on social media that the discussion was productive.

Reports suggest that a meeting between two leaders may take place in Saudi Arabia to initiate peace talks. Shortly after speaking with Putin Trump also held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Prior to this, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hex stated that Ukraine’s NATO membership is not a viable solution to ending conflict. He emphasized that United States is prioritizing border security and addressing challenges posed by China rather than focusing on European or Ukrainian security.

After his conversations with both Putin and Zelensky, Trump expressed optimism about possibility of peace, stating:

“I had a great phone call, lasting over an hour. My conversation with President Zelensky was also very positive. I believe we are moving towards peace. Both President Putin and President Zelensky want peace. I just want to see an end to the killing.”

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Since returning to power, Trump had pledged to end Russia-Ukraine war, and within a month of his presidency, he has taken steps to fulfill that promise.

Potential for a Larger Conflict in Europe

Denmark’s Defense Intelligence Service has warned that Europe could be drawn into a military conflict with Russia within the next five years. A recent report states that if U.S. withdraws support for Ukraine and divisions emerge within NATO a larger war in Europe could become a reality.

Report highlights that Moscow is ramping up military production and enhancing its capabilities. If Ukraine war reaches a stalemate or NATO faces internal discord, regional conflicts involving Russia could arise. Tensions between NATO and Russia over Arctic are increasing.

Report further warns that if U.S. does not continue supporting NATO in Ukraine war alliance may appear weak to Russia. Although Russia modernizing its military and increasing production intelligence agency believes Putin unlikely to engage in another conflict immediately as waging wars on multiple fronts would be unsustainable.

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Trump’s presidency has also reignited tensions over Greenland. But Denmark’s intelligence service believes that Russia is unlikely to enter a full-scale war with Europe at this time. Instead report suggests that U.S. has greater strategic interests in region than European nations do.