US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone following Ukraine’s recent drone attacks on Russian airbases, which destroyed several nuclear-capable bombers. The call, lasting over an hour, was the third between the leaders since Trump’s return to office, Firstpost reported.

Trump described the conversation as “good” but not one that would lead to “immediate peace,” noting that Putin strongly indicated Russia would respond to the attacks.

The Ukrainian strikes, among the boldest in recent years, have prompted heightened tensions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged allies to remain firm, warning that any sign of weakness could embolden further Russian aggression, according to Firstpost.