Key Facts
• U.S. media reports Trump plans to meet Putin as early as next week.
• New York Times cites multiple sources confirming a direct meeting is under consideration.
• A three-way summit with Zelensky is planned after the Trump-Putin meeting.
• Trump received updates from envoy Witkoff on his meeting with Putin.
• Trump shared details of the plan with Zelensky and European leaders via phone.
• No specifics on conditions or location for the meetings have been disclosed.
• Trump posted on social media about “significant progress” and efforts toward a ceasefire.
• White House spokesperson Leavitt confirmed Russia’s interest in talks with Trump.
• Trump is optimistic about meetings with both Putin and Zelensky.
Summary
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly planning a direct meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as early as next week, according to U.S. media. Following this, a three-way summit involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is also being considered. Trump, after receiving updates from his envoy Witkoff, shared the plan with Zelensky and European leaders. While no details on the meeting’s conditions or location have been revealed, Trump expressed optimism on social media, highlighting progress toward a ceasefire. The White House confirmed Russia’s interest in the talks, and attention now turns to whether these meetings will materialize.
