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This report prompted immediate denials from the Kremlin, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissing the story as "pure fiction" and asserting that no such conversation took place. The discrepancy highlights the tense nature of U.S.-Russia relations and the importance of perceptions and diplomatic narratives.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responded positively to news of the potential dialogue, describing the call as “excellent” and expressing hopes that Trump would support Ukraine long-term. Zelensky has maintained that despite Trump’s initial support for aid packages at the start of the war, questions persist about America’s future commitment under his administration, especially amid concerns that a Trump presidency might pressure Ukraine into peace negotiations favoring Russia.