US President Donald Trump has praised his recent conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing them as “very rational” and suggesting that he alone has the ability to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump’s comments, made aboard Air Force One in an interview with OutKick on March 22, have reignited debate over the potential for a diplomatic resolution to the war.

During the interview, Trump emphasized his unique capacity to deal with Putin, claiming that no one else could bring the Russian leader to the negotiating table. “I don’t think there’s anybody in the world that [is] going to stop [Putin], except me, and I think I’m going to be able to stop him,” Trump stated. He added that he had developed a strong rapport with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, positioning himself as the key figure capable of brokering peace.

Trump also warned that the continued failure to resolve the conflict could escalate into World War III, though he reassured that “it’s somewhat under control.” His remarks reflect a broader concern about the global ramifications of the Ukraine war, particularly given its economic and geopolitical consequences.

Since taking office, Trump has sought to restore US-Russia relations, which had reached a nadir under his predecessor. His administration has actively pursued diplomatic channels, with Trump and Putin reportedly holding at least two phone calls in recent weeks regarding the conflict in........

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