Putin open to Trump talks, awaits Washington signal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to engage in talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, contingent upon receiving signals from Washington, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. Trump has indicated a desire to meet with Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine and reducing nuclear arms, highlighting that both Russia and China may be open to such negotiations. Peskov emphasized that the U.S. needs to initiate contact, as previous substantive discussions have halted. Additionally, the Kremlin disputed Trump's claim that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was ready for peace talks, citing Zelensky's prior decree forbidding negotiations with Putin. The situation remains dynamic, with both leaders signaling a potential willingness to collaborate on these critical issues, provided communication is established. The Kremlin also expressed frustration with the U.S. for undermining nuclear arms control frameworks, stressing that any discussions should encompass all nuclear arsenals globally.