Putin Ready for Dialogue: Kremlin Looks for Signals from Trump
On January 24, 2025, the Kremlin announced that President Vladimir Putin is prepared to engage in discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump and is awaiting signals from Washington to initiate such talks. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov emphasized Putin’s readiness for dialogue, stating, “Putin is ready. We are waiting for signals.”
This development comes amid ongoing tensions between Russia and the United States, particularly concerning the conflict in Ukraine. President Trump has suggested that reducing global oil prices could contribute to resolving the Ukraine conflict, a notion the Kremlin has dismissed. Peskov responded to this suggestion by asserting that the conflict’s origins are rooted in security concerns, not oil prices.
Additionally, the Kremlin has expressed interest in resuming nuclear disarmament talks with the United States “as soon as possible,” indicating a desire to address broader security issues between the two nations.
While President Putin has signaled his willingness for dialogue, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has noted an absence of readiness for peace talks from Ukraine and Western nations. This highlights the complex dynamics at play as both countries navigate their diplomatic relationship.