Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned US President Donald Trump about the severe consequences of potential military action against Iran during a phone call that lasted over 90 minutes. Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov reported that Putin emphasized the detrimental effects not only on Iran and its neighbors but also on the global community. The conversation, characterized as friendly and businesslike, primarily focused on the Iran conflict and included discussions on a ceasefire in Ukraine. Putin expressed support for Trump's decision to extend a truce with Iran, aiming to stabilize the situation and allow for further negotiations. Amid these discussions, reports surfaced indicating that the US Central Command is preparing for a series of military strikes aimed at compelling Iran to negotiate a nuclear deal. The ongoing conflict, which escalated following a US-Israel attack on Iran in February, has led to a fragile ceasefire, with peace talks currently at an impasse due to disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.