The Kremlin confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will speak with U.S. President Donald Trump by phone on Tuesday. Trump had previously announced his intention to discuss ending the war in Ukraine following positive talks between his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and Putin in Moscow.
Asked about the upcoming call, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed, "Yes, that's the plan. Such a conversation is scheduled for Tuesday."
Trump mentioned significant progress over the weekend, expressing optimism about Washington's potential to help resolve the conflict in Ukraine. He indicated that the discussion would involve land and "power plants," though he did not provide specifics.
In response to Trump's comments, the Kremlin stated that it did not consider it appropriate to comment on forthcoming discussions between the two presidents.