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President Donald Trump on Tuesday shared details of his phone conversation with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin.
The President described the discussion, which focused on the Russia-Ukraine war, as “a very good and productive one.”
In a post on Truth Social, Trump confirmed that they had agreed to “an immediate ceasefire on all energy and infrastructure.”
The leaders also reached an understanding to work quickly towards a complete ceasefire to end “this very horrible war.”
“This war would never have started if I were President!” Trump added.
“Many elements of a Contract for Peace were discussed, including the fact that thousands of soldiers are being killed, and both President Putin and President Zelenskyy would like to see it end.
“That process is now in full force and effect, and we will, hopefully, for the sake of humanity, get the job done!” the President wrote.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has replaced the head of the country’s army, Anatoliy Barhylevych.
Andrii Hnatov will now serve as the new Chief of the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, replacing Barhylevych, according to Ukraine’s Defence Minister, Rustem Umerov.
Barhylevych had only taken up the role in February last year.
“We are systematically transforming the Armed Forces of Ukraine to enhance their combat effectiveness,” Umerov said, announcing the change on Sunday.
“This involves restructuring the command system and implementing clear standards.”
Umerov insisted that Barhylevych remains “part of the team”, adding that he has now been tasked with “reforming the main inspectorate”.
“His mission is to ensure compliance with military standards and strengthen discipline within the armed forces,” he added.\
