US President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. It was their first phone conversation after the Republican’s election victory, reports the Washington Post. According to the source, Trump advised Putin not to escalate the war in Ukraine and reminded him of Washington’s significant presence in Europe. The newspaper goes on to say that the two heads of state discussed the goal of peace on the European continent. The call, which was not previously reported, comes amid general uncertainty about how Trump will reset relations with US allies and foes after his victory on Tue…