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Putin Praises Trump, Says Ready For Dialogue

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    Vladimir Putin (WIKI) has expressed interest in discussing potential peace efforts with Donald Trump (BRITANNICA) regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. According to Putin, he believes Trump is genuinely committed to ending the conflict and has suggested that the former U.S. president's proposals are sincere. However, Putin has stated that he is not fully aware of the specifics of Trump's ideas. Despite this, he indicated that Russia would be open to supporting such efforts if they align with Russian interests.

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    Although details of Trump’s plan remain vague, one potential approach discussed by his allies includes the idea of a demilitarized zone along the existing battle lines and the notion of Ukraine remaining independent but not joining NATO (WIKI). Trump's discussions with Putin could be part of a broader diplomatic strategy to de-escalate the war, though the proposals are controversial and would require significant concessions from both parties. This developing dialogue underscores the complex nature of the conflict, with competing international interests and the geopolitical stakes of NATO, Ukraine, and Russia all influencing the potential for a peaceful resolution.

    "He behaved, in my opinion, in a very correct way, courageously, like a real man," Putin said at the Valdai discussion club in the Russian Black Sea resort of Sochi. "I take this opportunity to congratulate him on his election," Putin (REUTERS) said remarks Trump had made during the election campaign about Ukraine (REUTERS) and restoring relations with Russia deserved attention. "What was said about the desire to restore relations with Russia, to bring about the end of the Ukrainian crisis, in my opinion, this deserves attention at least," said Putin.

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