Kremlin signals readiness for swift Trump-Putin summit, as Ukraine peace talks stall

The Kremlin has indicated that a second round of talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump could be organized swiftly, underscoring the continuity of behind-the-scenes diplomatic engagement between Moscow and Washington.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said preparations for another summit could be expedited, much like the recent meeting held in Alaska, Caliber.Az reports, citing Russian media.

“I have no doubt that if the presidents consider it necessary, their meeting can be organized very quickly—just as quickly as the meeting in Alaska was arranged,” Peskov stated. “Working-level contacts are ongoing constantly,” he added, signaling that diplomatic channels remain active despite limited public progress in the Ukraine peace process.

The possibility of renewed high-level dialogue comes at a time of heightened tension surrounding efforts to bring an end to the war in Ukraine. While President Trump has recently expressed concern that punitive actions against Russia might derail fragile negotiations, the Kremlin is equally vocal about its expectations for any future agreements.

In a separate interview with Russian media, Peskov stressed that Moscow is seeking ironclad commitments from its Western counterparts, warning that verbal assurances would no longer suffice.

“No one can be trusted at their word. Legally binding documents are needed,” the Kremlin spokesperson asserted, when asked whether Russia was prepared to take Western security pledges—particularly from the United States—at face value. He emphasized that any durable settlement must be grounded in enforceable legal frameworks, not informal political promises.

“First, we must agree on the principles,” Peskov said. “And only then should those agreements be put on paper.”

By Vafa Guliyeva