The two leaders are expected to discuss a US-proposed Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

Russian President Vladimir Putin is speaking on the phone with his US counterpart, Donald Trump, according to the White House. The Ukraine conflict and a possible ceasefire are expected to be discussed.

Ahead of the crucial call, Putin spoke with members of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP) on the country's successful resistance to Western sanctions.

(RT.com)