On April 11, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, in St. Petersburg. The meeting, lasting over four hours, focused on discussions aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine. While no immediate breakthroughs were achieved, both sides described the talks as constructive. President Trump, expressing frustration over the pace of progress, urged Russia to “get moving” to prevent further loss of life. The Kremlin acknowledged the positive direction of relations but emphasized that rebuilding trust would require time and sustained effort.
A direct meeting between Presidents Trump and Putin is anticipated in the near future, with Saudi Arabia being considered as a potential venue
For a visual summary of the meeting, you can watch the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYz5SNiaowU