Putin spoke with Finnish and Norwegian leaders about Ukraine war

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How did the left and right cover Putin spoke with Finnish and Norwegian leaders about Ukraine war?

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Which outlets covered Putin spoke with Finnish and Norwegian leaders about Ukraine war?

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Who spoke with Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, October 27, 2026?

Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The call was prepared in consultation with Ukraine and discussed options for ending the war.

What was the purpose of the call between Putin, Stubb, and Støre?

The leaders discussed options for ending the war in Ukraine. The call was prepared in consultation with Ukraine and preceded planned peace talks scheduled for November in Abu Dhabi. The Finnish presidential office described the conversation as "direct and factual."

What meeting preceded the phone call?

The phone call followed a meeting in Oslo involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, and US negotiator Steve Witkoff. This meeting was part of discussions on promoting peace in Ukraine.