Kremlin announces Putin is open to talks with Trump on Ukraine conflict

The Kremlin announced that President Vladimir Putin is open to talks with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. This follows Trump's statement that a meeting is being arranged between the two leaders to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Putin's spokesman emphasized that there are no preconditions for the meeting, highlighting the importance of mutual desire to resolve issues through dialogue. Trump expressed optimism about ending the conflict quickly, but concerns remain in Ukraine about potential unfavorable terms. Ukraine's foreign ministry responded skeptically to Trump's comments, noting previous discussions about a meeting. They reiterated their desire for a fair resolution to the war and indicated plans for high-level talks with Washington after Trump's inauguration.