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Trump’s remarks followed his private two-hour meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which he described as “very good and productive.” He declared his intent to pursue direct trade agreements with Russia, signaling a potential turning point in US-Russia relations. Trump also claimed that had he been president during earlier stages of the Ukraine conflict, it might not have started at all. He further suggested that the war between Russia and Ukraine could be nearing resolution, citing discussions of a ceasefire, prisoner exchanges, and maritime security in the Black Sea.