Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation, as reported by Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov. The discussion included topics such as the situation in Ukraine and developments concerning Iran. Putin extended birthday wishes to Trump, who recently turned 80. Ushakov indicated that bilateral ties were also addressed during the call, though details remain limited. The conversation marks a rare instance of direct communication between the two leaders since the end of Trump’s presidency. No specific agreements or outcomes were publicly announced following the discussion. The Kremlin characterized the call as a cordial exchange between the two leaders.