Trump speaks with Zelenskyy ahead of Putin call

This was reported by journalists during a television marathon.

“At this very moment, a historic call is taking place between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Right now, they are discussing steps to end the war. There is already an agreement that there will be another phone call, possibly very soon,” the host said.

After this, Trump is expected to call Vladimir Putin.

Almost an hour later, Reuters and CNN, citing the White House, reported that the American leader had begun his conversation with Putin.

• On May 17, Donald Trump announced that on Monday, May 19, he would have a phone conversation with Vladimir Putin, after which he would call President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.