In brief
Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he had conducted phone conversations about the Ukraine settlement on Friday and will continue the dialogue on Saturday, Nov. 7, according to TASS. Trump also emphasized progress in the conflict and that Russia appears committed to a resolution, while other outlets reported his recent comments and possible meetings with Russian officials. The statements come amid growing speculation over a potential Ukraine deal.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters in Washington that he had made phone calls on Friday about the Ukraine settlement and will continue the conversation on Saturday, Nov. 7, per a briefing covered by TASS. He said, "I’ve had phone calls today. I’m having some tomorrow," and noted that he had not specified the identities of the interlocutors.
Later that day, TASS reported that Trump added the Russia side to the conversation, stating that Russia now appears committed to resolving the conflict after remarks by President Vladimir Putin at Valdai. Trump also said that he was seeing significant progress, saying, "We’re working well with Russia and Ukraine. We’re making a lot of progress," during a press session.
In other coverage, a CNN article—though the link returned an error—suggested that Trump’s latest Ukraine offer may only tempt Russian leadership to take further risks; the claim remains unverified by TASS.
Another outlet, DD News, reported that Trump said he had met a Russian envoy and believed the war was close to being settled, implying a comprehensive European role in a final deal.
These statements come amid a broader international push for a resolution to the Ukraine crisis, with Trump positioned as a potential mediator as the U.S. and Russia seek to negotiate an agreement.
