Putin expresses willingness to meet Trump and praises recent US-Russia talks

Vladimir Putin announced he is willing to meet with Donald Trump, praising recent talks between Russian and American officials in Saudi Arabia as a positive step toward improving relations. He emphasized the need for increased trust to address issues like the Ukrainian crisis. Putin claimed that Trump received "objective information," countering Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's accusations that Trump was misinformed. Zelensky criticized Trump's assertion about a $500 billion minerals deal, stating it undermines Ukraine's interests. Zelensky expressed his commitment to protecting Ukraine, rejecting any notion of selling out the country. He emphasized the importance of clarity in discussions regarding support for Ukraine.