Putin-Trump Call Reveals Ukraine's Alleged Ceasefire Breach, Moscow Thwarts Attacks

Putin-Trump Phone Call Sparks Tensions: Ukraine Accused of Ceasefire Violations, Moscow Reports Thwarted Attacks May 22, 2025 - A recent phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President Donald Trump has ignited fresh tensions in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Details of the conversation, revealed by a Russian presidential advisor, paint a picture of escalating conflict. According to Yuri Ushakov, an advisor to President Putin, the conversation revealed that Ukraine not only failed to uphold the terms of a recent ceasefire but also plotted attacks in the heart of Moscow. "Ukraine launched 524 drones and Storm Shadow missiles against Russian territory," Ushakov stated. These attacks, he added, were largely aimed at Moscow and were successfully thwarted. In response to these revelations, the European Union announced its 17th sanctions package against Russia. Kaja Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission, stated, "We are pursuing our work on a new, strong sanctions package to put more pressure on Russia and compel it to seek peace." However, the video's source, RT, is known for its pro-Kremlin bias. Therefore, the information should be considered in context and corroborated with additional reporting from neutral sources. The situation remains highly fluid, with ongoing implications for the international community.