Trump-Putin Ceasefire Talks Progress Slowly as Both Sides Manage Expectations

Trump presses for swift resolution in Russia-Ukraine ceasefire negotiations, but Kremlin signals more time is needed to repair strained relations.

President Trump stated that ceasefire negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are 'going fine' but emphasized the need for quicker progress.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has already accepted the proposed ceasefire terms, shifting the onus onto Russia to finalize the agreement.
Russian officials, including Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, noted progress in talks with U.S. envoys but cautioned against expecting immediate results due to lingering tensions from past U.S. administrations.
Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy, held a four-hour meeting with President Putin in St. Petersburg to advance discussions, marking a key moment in the process.
The Kremlin confirmed that a face-to-face meeting between Trump and Putin is planned but stressed that thorough preparations are necessary before it can occur.