Trump urges Putin to avoid escalation in Ukraine war during call

President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him not to escalate the Ukraine war. This call occurred shortly after Trump's election victory over Kamala Harris. Trump emphasized the U.S. military presence in Europe and expressed interest in resolving the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also spoke with Trump, describing their conversation as "excellent." Trump has previously indicated a desire to end the war quickly and has questioned U.S. financial support for Ukraine, which may change under his administration. The Kremlin responded positively to Trump's election, noting his focus on peace. However, Ukraine remains firm against ceding territory, fearing it would encourage further Russian aggression. Recent military actions from both sides indicate ongoing tensions as they prepare for potential negotiations.