Putin names venue for potential meeting with Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested where he could meet with US President Donald Trump. He also commented on negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The Russian leader made these statements in an interview with Russian media on Thursday, August 7.

Putin on meeting with Trump

During his meeting with the president of the United Arab Emirates, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Moscow, Putin responded to questions about his announced meeting with Trump. In particular, Putin suggested that the conversation could take place in the UAE.

"We have many friends who are ready to help us organize such event. One of them is the president of the United Arab Emirates. I think we'll decide, but this would be an appropriate place," Putin said.

The Russian dictator also said that he still plans to meet with Volodymyr Zelensky. However, he believes that this meeting is still far off.

"I have said many times that I have nothing against the meeting (with Volodymyr Zelensky — ed.), and it is possible. But for this to happen, the conditions must be created, and unfortunately, we are far from that," Putin said.

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