Summary
The Kremlin has officially denied reports that former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have communicated via phone calls since Trump left office. This denial comes in response to claims made by journalist Bob Woodward in his upcoming book, which suggests that the two leaders had multiple conversations during this period.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated, “No, it’s not like that,” when asked about the alleged phone calls. These assertions were highlighted in Woodward’s book, titled “War,” which discusses the relationships between Trump, President Joe Biden, and various foreign leaders. The book claims that Trump and Putin had as many as seven phone calls after Trump’s presidency, a claim that Trump has disputed, labeling Woodward a “storyteller” and suggesting that the reports are not true. The Kremlin’s response underscores ongoing tensions and scrutiny regarding Trump’s past interactions with Putin and his approach to foreign policy.
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