Information has emerged about an attempt by Russian President Putin to organize a personal meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky. During a phone call with Donald Trump, Putin suggested holding talks specifically in Moscow, AFP reports.
'Putin mentioned Moscow', sources familiar with the content of the conversation said. According to them, Zelensky categorically rejected such a proposal.
The New York Times provides additional details about the negotiations. It is noted that the possibility of a meeting between Putin and Zelensky was discussed, after which a trilateral consultation with Trump would take place. Europeans were alarmed by this development, but Trump politely declined Putin's overture, a diplomat told the publication.
Currently, alternative options for holding a potential summit are being considered. According to Sky News, the main candidates are Rome and Geneva. Trump and Zelensky lean towards Rome, while Putin prefers Switzerland.
Ukrainian President Zelensky rejected Vladimir Putin's proposal to meet in Moscow, which has become a topic of discussion at the international level. The parties will have to find other options for negotiations, and for now, the leaders of the countries are considering Rome and Geneva as possible alternative locations for the summit.