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Bob Woodward's new book reveals that Donald Trump maintained secret communication with Vladimir Putin after leaving office, including seven phone calls and sending COVID-19 test machines. The Kremlin denies these claims, highlighting ongoing tensions and controversies surrounding Trump's post-presidency actions.

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In Bob Woodward's new book, "War," startling revelations emerge about Donald Trump's clandestine communications with Vladimir Putin following the former president's departure from office. According to Woodward, Trump reportedly held at least seven private phone calls with Putin since January 2021, during which Trump shared confidential COVID-19 testing machines with the Russian leader. This act is particularly controversial given the context of the global pandemic and critical shortages faced across the U.S. at the time.

The Kremlin, however, denied the claims regarding these private calls and the provision of testing equipment, insisting that any such assertions are false. Additionally, the book sheds light on Biden's candid remarks about former President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, hinting at a complex web of international relations and tensions following Ukraine's invasion by Russia. Biden reportedly expressed frustrations rooted in previous decisions by Obama that impacted military readiness in Eastern Europe, specifically concerning Crimea.

Further scrutiny has also been placed on the ramifications of these communications, suggesting they have far-reaching implications on U.S. foreign policy and the ongoing geopolitical landscape. Critics of Trump have seized upon these revelations to argue that his post-presidency dealings with Putin signify a blatant disregard for national security and international ethics.

The book's content has triggered notable public discourse about Trump and Putin's unusually close relationship, serving as a focal point for discussions surrounding accountability in leadership amid global crises. As the 2024 elections inch closer, the implications of Woodward's findings are likely to continue shaping the narrative around Trump, his presidency, and his interactions with foreign powers.

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