Breaking news: Trump holds call with Putin, characterizing it as start of peace talks

Putin also invited Trump to visit Moscow, a Kremlin spokesman said.

View in browser Feb. 12, 2025, 12:45 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Gavriil Grigorov/Shutterstock Trump Holds Call With Putin, Characterizing It as Start of Talks to End Ukraine War President Trump said that he had "a lengthy and highly productive" call with President Vladimir Putin of Russia, which he characterized as the start of the negotiation to end the war in Ukraine. A Kremlin spokesman confirmed the call, and said Putin invited Trump to visit Moscow. Follow live updates More coverage The Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence. → With high prices persisting, the Trump administration is tempering its tone on slaying inflation. → Elon Musk made broad claims of uncovering federal fraud, without offering evidence. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018