Uncertainty Surrounds Ukrainian and European Participation in Upcoming Trump-Putin Summit, Kremlin States

There are no specifics available yet regarding the involvement of Ukraine or European nations in the upcoming summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump scheduled to take place in Hungary, according to a statement from the Kremlin on Monday.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov mentioned that the organization of the summit is still in its initial phases and that “there’s no detailed information yet” about its potential structure or attendees.

He remarked, “There are numerous questions to address, including the formation of negotiating teams, among other things,” while speaking to the press.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed earlier on Monday that he would be willing to attend the Budapest summit if invited, although he cast doubt on Hungary’s neutrality, alleging that Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is “hindering Ukraine at every turn.”

Peskov criticized what he termed inconsistent remarks from Ukrainian officials, accusing them of “adding complexity instead of aiding the peace process.”

He underscored that Moscow continues to engage with Washington regarding Ukraine, reiterating its “consistent and well-known” stance on the conflict.

Peskov indicated that a meeting between Trump and Putin could occur “within two weeks or shortly thereafter.”

“There is a consensus that delays should be avoided,” he stated.

However, the Kremlin representative provided no indication that any agreements would be finalized during their meeting.

When addressing reports that the United States might supply long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, Peskov said that the Kremlin is still relying on public announcements and has yet to receive any formal communication from Washington.