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Putin suggests summit with Trump in UAE

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Irfan Aftab
August 7, 2025

Russian president Vladimir Putin says he could meet with Donald Trump in the United Arab Emirates in the coming days. The White House and the Kremlin have confirmed plans for the summit are underway. Trump has been pressing for a meeting with Putin, as he seeks to secure an end to Russia's war against Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed in Moscow, but the spotlight shifted to a potential summit with Donald Trump. Putin suggested the UAE as a possible venue and confirmed openness to meeting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy — though he said conditions for such talks are not yet met. Ukrainians remain skeptical, fearing Russia's intentions amid ceasefire discussions.

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