Trump Open to Trilateral Talks With Russia and China

President Trump has expressed willingness to participate in a trilateral meeting with Russia and China, as proposed by President Putin, with nuclear disarmament as the stated agenda. This would be the first such meeting, though its feasibility remains uncertain. Trump stated the talks would focus on nuclear weapons and non-proliferation, not Ukraine, while continuing to criticize Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and suggesting it may be time for a different Ukrainian negotiator. Russia has welcomed Trump's approach, praising his administration's mediation efforts. The diplomatic push comes ahead of midterm elections, with Trump's approval rating at 31% and Democrats leading by 12 points in polling. Some Republicans have criticized Trump's pro-Russia stance, warning it could damage the party's legacy and America's standing.