U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism that Russian President Vladimir Putin would heed his call to stop strikes on Ukraine. In a Truth Social post earlier Thursday, Trump urged Moscow’s leader to lay down arms and end the attacks.
Later the same day, as he walked into the White House alongside Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere, a reporter asked whether he believed Putin would listen. “I do,” Trump replied confidently.
Trump’s swift outreach highlights his unorthodox approach to international diplomacy. By taking the conversation public on social media, he aims to leverage personal rapport and real-time dialogue to influence decisions at the highest level.
For many young global citizens and tech-savvy audiences, Trump’s use of Truth Social underlines how digital platforms can shape geopolitical discourse. Whether or not Putin ultimately responds remains to be seen, but the moment underscores a shift toward direct, personality-driven engagement between world leaders.
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to draw global attention, Trump’s bold prediction raises questions about the evolving role of digital communication in modern statecraft and its potential to de-escalate major conflicts.
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Trump thinks Putin will listen to him on stopping strikes in Ukraine
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