US, Russia, Ukraine Eye Trilateral Ceasefire Talks

US special envoy Steve Witkoff held three hours of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow ahead of President Trump's ceasefire deadline for Russia regarding Ukraine. Both sides described the discussions as constructive, raising hopes for progress toward peace. President Trump indicated a 'very good prospect' of meeting Putin as soon as next week and aims to include Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a future trilateral summit, though details remain unconfirmed. Trump has threatened new secondary sanctions and tariffs on Russia and its trading partners if no ceasefire is reached, and the US has kept European allies informed on developments. Following Witkoff's visit, Trump and Zelensky had a phone call to discuss the situation. Russian officials are reportedly considering a limited 'air truce' should Ukraine agree to reciprocate, though Trump cautioned about premature optimism.