Diplomatic Tensions Erupt: Trump and Biden Address Ukraine Crisis

President-elect Donald Trump recently spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, advising him not to escalate the Ukraine conflict. Biden, meanwhile, aims to ensure U.S. support for Ukraine continues. The dynamics between the leaders reflect differing views on U.S. foreign policy and military aid commitments.

In a notable development, President-elect Donald Trump has held discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging restraint in Ukraine. This conversation, which occurred without prior notification to Ukraine's foreign ministry, signals possible shifts in U.S. foreign policy under the incoming administration.

With President Biden inviting Trump to the Oval Office on Wednesday, the plenary focus remains on ensuring a peaceful transition of power. Biden emphasizes the necessity of continued support for Ukraine, contending that withdrawing aid could destabilize Europe further.

Meanwhile, Washington's extensive aid to Ukraine, heavily criticized by Trump and other Republicans, has amounted to significant economic and military assistance since the war's inception in 2022. As the Republican majority solidifies, the legislative landscape for future U.S. support to Ukraine remains uncertain.

(With inputs from agencies.)