Trump's urging for a Putin-Zelensky summit to resolve the Ukraine conflict faces skepticism from the Kremlin.
The Kremlin's cautious response suggests Putin's potential unwillingness to compromise or engage in meaningful negotiations.
Recent diplomatic efforts have exposed a substantial gap between Russian demands and Ukrainian concessions regarding a peace settlement.
Despite these obstacles, Zelensky and European leaders persist in advocating for direct talks, potentially leveraging Trump's influence.