Kremlin states no immediate need for Putin-Trump meeting over Ukraine

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated there is currently no need for a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the war in Ukraine, emphasizing that meticulous work on the settlement details is required instead. While a personal meeting was initially planned for Budapest following a phone call between the two leaders, Trump later postponed the summit, citing unproductive negotiations and the persistence of Russia's maximalist demands. The Kremlin confirmed the meeting was postponed, not canceled, with the U.S. initiating the talks, but highlighted growing tensions amid new U.S. sanctions on Russia's oil companies and continued military support for Ukraine. Both sides agree that ongoing, detailed diplomatic efforts are essential for a resolution, as quick meetings between the presidents are not deemed effective at this stage. Additionally, Russian officials have criticized continued Western arms supplies to Kyiv, such as Tomahawk missiles, as detrimental to peace efforts. Despite these challenges, frequent direct contacts between Putin and Trump continue, underscoring an ongoing but stalled diplomatic engagement.