The leaders of the US and Russia had a phone call discussing issues related to Iran, Ukraine, and the global oil market.

Russian Embassy in South Africa wrote: "The aide of the Russian President, Ushakov, talked about the call between Putin and Trump: The President of Russia and the President of the United States had a one-hour phone call discussing issues such as the situation in Iran, Ukraine negotiations, and the global oil market. This conversation was described as candid, constructive, and substantive."

Comment: The US and Russian leaders directly communicated, bringing up three major issues: Iran, Ukraine, and oil. Russia holds three key influences in geopolitics, energy, and security. It is an important mediator in the Middle East situation, a core party in the Ukraine issue, and an important player in the global energy structure. Whether it's cooling down regional warfare or stabilizing international energy, the Trump administration in the US has to talk with Russia and cannot avoid Russia.

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