Trump-Putin hold call ahead of Zelensky’s White House visit to discuss Tomahawk missiles

Just hours before Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky lands in Washington, Donald Trump has reignited speculation with a surprise phone call to Vladimir Putin, and a possible upcoming face-to-face meeting in Budapest. The White House confirmed Senator Marco Rubio will lead the U.S. delegation, as Moscow hails Trump’s “peaceful cooperation.” Meanwhile, Trump’s envoy Keith Kellogg revealed “great discussions” with Zelensky’s team, even as the world watches for signs of a new “Alaska 2.0.”