Trump, Putin to Meet in Days as Ceasefire Deadline Nears, Zelensky Open to Summit

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:07am on 07 Aug 2025,Thursday International

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet in the coming days, the Kremlin confirmed. Trump hinted at a potential three-way summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine, with Friday marking his deadline for Russia to agree or face harsher sanctions. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said a meeting location has been finalized, though details remain under wraps. Zelensky expressed support, urging clarity on agenda and timing. Despite recent US envoy visits, including Steve Witkoff’s latest Moscow trip, skepticism remains high as Russia continues its attacks. Meanwhile, the US announced $200M more aid to Ukraine. (PC: BBC)

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