Putin and Trump open to talks: Ukraine conflict and oil on the table
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Putin is open to peace talks on Ukraine and energy with the U.S., awaiting signals from Washington. Trump, at Davos, expressed interest in ending the war and meeting Putin. Lavrov excluded Italy from peace talks due to its pro-Ukraine stance, while Trump praised Italy’s PM Meloni for her leadership.
Russia ready for peace and discussions on energy: awaiting signals from Washington
The Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, stated that President Vladimir Putin is ready to negotiate an agreement to end the war in Ukraine. However, he is waiting for concrete signals in this direction from Washington and the West, who, despite their declared intentions, appear hesitant to act decisively.
In an interview with TASS, the Russian news agency, Putin described the relationship with Trump as pragmatic and built on mutual trust and, expressed his willingness to engage in direct negotiations with Donald Trump, not only on the Ukrainian dossier but also on energy issues.
Trump signals openness to dialogue with Putin at Davos
During his address yesterday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump, signaled his intention to end the conflict in Ukraine, expressing interest in meeting President Putin soon.
Responding to Trump’s remarks at Davos, Peskov dismissed claims linking the Ukraine conflict to oil prices. He reiterated Russia’s readiness for an equitable and respectful dialogue with the United States, akin to the interactions during Trump’s first presidency. The U.S. and Russia's economies are both affected by price movements in the commodity, discussing "energy issues might be mutually interesting", said the Russian leader.
Italy excluded from Ukraine peace talks, says Lavrov
While awaiting concrete proposals from Washington, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced that Italy will not participate in peace talks regarding Ukraine. Lavrov attributed this decision to Italy's anti-Russia stance and its commitment to arming Kyiv.
Meanwhile, Trump has not hidden his admiration for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. She was the only foreign leader invited to his inauguration ceremony on Monday, January 20. When asked about her by a journalist, Trump responded, “I like her a lot.”
Ylenia De Riccardis
Russia ready for peace and discussions on energy: awaiting signals from Washington
The Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, stated that President Vladimir Putin is ready to negotiate an agreement to end the war in Ukraine. However, he is waiting for concrete signals in this direction from Washington and the West, who, despite their declared intentions, appear hesitant to act decisively.
In an interview with TASS, the Russian news agency, Putin described the relationship with Trump as pragmatic and built on mutual trust and, expressed his willingness to engage in direct negotiations with Donald Trump, not only on the Ukrainian dossier but also on energy issues.
Trump signals openness to dialogue with Putin at Davos
During his address yesterday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump, signaled his intention to end the conflict in Ukraine, expressing interest in meeting President Putin soon.
Responding to Trump’s remarks at Davos, Peskov dismissed claims linking the Ukraine conflict to oil prices. He reiterated Russia’s readiness for an equitable and respectful dialogue with the United States, akin to the interactions during Trump’s first presidency. The U.S. and Russia's economies are both affected by price movements in the commodity, discussing "energy issues might be mutually interesting", said the Russian leader.
Italy excluded from Ukraine peace talks, says Lavrov
While awaiting concrete proposals from Washington, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced that Italy will not participate in peace talks regarding Ukraine. Lavrov attributed this decision to Italy's anti-Russia stance and its commitment to arming Kyiv.
Meanwhile, Trump has not hidden his admiration for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. She was the only foreign leader invited to his inauguration ceremony on Monday, January 20. When asked about her by a journalist, Trump responded, “I like her a lot.”
Ylenia De Riccardis