Trump warns Putin against escalating Ukraine conflict in recent call

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him not to escalate the war in Ukraine. This call took place on November 7, shortly after Trump's election victory over Kamala Harris. Trump's representatives indicated he is interested in further discussions to resolve the conflict. He reminded Putin of the U.S. military presence in Europe and has previously called for a quick end to the fighting. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also spoke with Trump, describing their conversation as "excellent." Zelensky emphasized the importance of maintaining dialogue, while concerns remain about potential territorial concessions in any future negotiations.