Donald Trump has announced that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin immediate negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. During a series of calls, Trump expressed optimism about the potential for peace, stating that both leaders, along with Ukrainian President Zelensky, are looking to stop the ongoing conflict. Trump highlighted that Russia is willing to engage in discussions, signaling a shift in U.S. foreign policy regarding Ukraine. European allies are surprised by this development, as Trump aims to open a new dialogue between the involved parties. While the response from Congress has been mixed, Trump proposed arranging a face-to-face meeting with Putin in Saudi Arabia to further facilitate these talks.