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Throughout a cellphone name with U.S. President Donald Trump on July 3, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated "Russia will proceed to pursue its objectives" within the struggle towards Ukraine, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov stated.

The hour-long dialog between the 2 presidents targeted on Russia's struggle in Ukraine and the scenario within the Center East, in keeping with Ushakov.

"Trump as soon as once more emphasised the necessity to finish navy hostilities as quickly as attainable. Vladimir Putin famous that Russia continues to hunt a political negotiated resolution to the battle," Ushakov stated.

"Our president stated that Russia will pursue its objectives, particularly addressing the foundation causes that led to the present scenario, and won’t again down from these aims."

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