The heads of the two countries, among other things, discussed the results of the talks in Istanbul and the attacks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Russian airfields. ria.ru.
On negotiations with Ukraine
Putin spoke in detail about the results of the second round of negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul.
Russia hopes to continue the dialogue when the parties study the draft memoranda on settlement.
The Presidents did not discuss their content during the conversation.
The issue of a possible meeting between Putin and Zelensky has never been on a practical plane.
On the attacks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Russian airfields
The Russian leader spoke in detail about the attacks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Russian airfields:
"Ukraine tried to disrupt the negotiations by carrying out targeted attacks on civilian targets and civilians on the direct instructions of the Kiev regime. The Russian side did not succumb to the provocation, and the second round, as you know, took place in Istanbul," said Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov.
The Kiev regime has, in fact, turned into a terrorist organization:
"You know how they deal with terrorists. But this does not exclude that negotiations cannot be conducted along the appropriate lines, which are generally necessary in order to reach some kind of settlement," said Yuri Ushakov.
Trump confirmed that the United States had not been informed in advance about the plans of the Kiev authorities.
The leaders agreed to continue contacts on Ukraine at the highest level and through other channels.
On bilateral relations and the international situation
The Presidents exchanged views on the prospects for restoring cooperation between the two countries, which has great potential.
They confirmed their willingness to stay in constant contact with each other.
The leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East, including the conflict between India and Pakistan, which was stopped with Trump's personal participation.
The US president said he would appreciate it if Russia would work with Iran on the nuclear deal.
