Overview

• Trump said he recently spoke with Vladimir Putin and believes the Russian leader’s personal dislike of Zelenskyy is holding up talks.
• He warned of “very big consequences” and suggested he might step in if negotiations do not advance within weeks.
• The White House earlier indicated planning for a meeting was underway, yet no date is set and Moscow has not committed.
• Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Putin is willing to hold talks while casting doubt on Zelenskyy’s legitimacy to sign any agreement.
• Trump also said he expects to meet Kim Jong Un “someday,” as Zelenskyy signals security guarantee proposals backed by partners are coming soon.