Putin congratulates Trump on his 80th birthday and affirms their ability to shape a stable world order

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a warm congratulatory message to his American counterpart, Donald Trump, on the occasion of his 80th birthday, describing him as an exceptional and distinguished political figure. In his message, published by the Kremlin, Putin expressed his aspiration to open a new chapter in relations between Moscow and Washington, serving the interests of both countries and international security.

Kremlin foreign policy advisor, Yuri Ushakov, revealed details of a lengthy phone call between the two leaders that lasted approximately 55 minutes. Ushakov explained that the conversation was friendly and informal, with Putin offering his personal congratulations to Trump, expressing his appreciation for the level of mutual understanding they share in addressing complex issues.

The Russian President emphasized the importance of frankness and honesty in bilateral dialogue, asserting that this approach is the only way to discuss thorny international issues. Putin expressed his full confidence that joint cooperation between him and Trump is capable of elevating bilateral relations to unprecedented levels, which will positively reflect on global stability.

In the context of hot topics, Trump briefed his Russian counterpart on the developments of negotiations with Tehran, indicating that reaching a final agreement with Iran is imminent. The American President anticipated the possibility of signing this agreement electronically within a few hours, to be followed by official ceremonies in a European capital next week.

For its part, the Russian side welcomed this breakthrough in the Iranian issue, affirming Moscow's readiness to continue its constructive role in this diplomatic path. Putin expressed his deep satisfaction with the prospects of ending tensions related to the Iranian crisis, considering that the success of this agreement would represent a major step towards de-escalating the situation in the Middle East.

The phone call extensively touched upon the latest developments in the war in Ukraine, where Trump emphasized the necessity of stopping hostilities and seeking peaceful solutions. The American President expressed his readiness to exert pressure on Kyiv and European allies during the upcoming G7 summit to push them towards adopting a de-escalation option and stopping military escalation.

The call was not without humanitarian gestures, as Putin praised the efforts of First Lady Melania Trump, commending her role in humanitarian issues related to the conflict. He specifically mentioned her contribution to facilitating the reunification of Russian and Ukrainian children with their families, considering it a noble act that contributes to alleviating the human suffering resulting from the war.

These diplomatic developments come after the last direct meeting between the two leaders in Alaska in August 2025, which at the time aimed to reach a comprehensive settlement of the Ukrainian crisis. Despite the continuation of military operations since 2022, the tone of the recent call indicates a shared desire to break the current political stalemate.

Moscow adheres to its demands for guaranteeing Ukraine's military neutrality and its non-joining of any Western alliances as a fundamental condition for ending the war. In contrast, Kyiv continues to reject these conditions and considers them an infringement on its national sovereignty, making the diplomatic efforts led by Trump and Putin the focus of global attention in the coming period.

"I am convinced that together we can truly improve the quality of Russian-American relations, and do a lot to ensure security and stability on the world stage."