President Donald Trump is hoping separate phone calls with Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will make progress toward a ceasefire in the war in Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire but doubts Russia’s commitment, citing a lack of trust in Moscow’s intentions. He welcomed U.S. President Trump's proposal for unconditional talks.

Photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin gestures while speaking to students and teachers of the new Secondary Special Music School at the Sirius Park of