Trump Urges Putin to Avoid Escalation in Ukraine During Calls

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US President-elect Donald Trump has discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the US military presence in Europe. Trump also spoke with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz about working towards peace in Europe. While Trump has criticized the current US administration's support for Ukraine, he has vowed to end the war quickly. The Biden administration plans to maximize aid to Ukraine before Trump's inauguration. Scholz expressed willingness to cooperate with Trump, despite past criticisms, and dismissed recent comments from Elon Musk.
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- Trump talked to Putin, told Russian leader not to escalate in Ukraine The Washington Post
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- Trump speaks with Putin and advises him not to escalate Ukraine war – report The Guardian US
- ‘Distrustful’ Trump Flouts Procedures to Call World Leaders The Daily Beast
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