Kremlin reveals Trump-Putin call included talks about US prisoners in Russia

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin recently had a phone call where they discussed the possibility of a prisoner swap involving nine Americans, according to a report by The Associated Press. The announcement was made by Russian presidential adviser Yuri Ushakov after the two leaders spoke for two hours on Monday.

During the call, Putin and Trump talked about a potential Russia-U.S. prisoner exchange, with Ushakov mentioning that it was “in the works” and would involve Moscow and Washington releasing nine individuals each. However, no further details were provided at the time. The State Department has yet to respond to requests for comment on the matter.

This development comes on the heels of the release of Russian American Ksenia Karelina, who was freed from Russia in April after being detained for over a year. The discussions around a possible prisoner swap highlight ongoing efforts to address diplomatic issues between the two countries.

Both leaders described the call as positive, with Putin characterizing it as “frank” and “useful.” Trump also took to social media to express satisfaction with the call, noting that Russia and Ukraine would begin negotiations towards a ceasefire and ultimately an end to the conflict.

In a statement following the call, Putin expressed optimism about the potential for a ceasefire with Ukraine but emphasized the need for both countries to find compromises that are mutually acceptable. The outcome of the call remains to be seen, but the dialogue between the two leaders signals a willingness to engage in diplomatic discussions.

Overall, the conversation between Trump and Putin reflects ongoing efforts to address complex geopolitical issues and foster cooperation between the United States and Russia. As developments continue to unfold, it will be crucial to monitor how these discussions shape future relations between the two countries.

Fox News Digital’s Elizabeth Pritchett, Caitlin McFall, and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Author: Greg Norman, Fox News Digital Reporter.