Russia says a potential summit between President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump is still on the agenda. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said the search for dialogue continues. He added that contacts between Moscow and Washington remain active through established channels.
Ryabkov noted that Trump and Putin last met in Alaska in August, but the meeting failed to yield any agreement on Ukraine. A planned follow-up in Budapest was suspended indefinitely. Nevertheless, Ryabkov described Russia-U.S. communication as “impressive” and ongoing, with both visible and discreet channels functioning effectively.
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The diplomat clarified that Russia has no current questions for China regarding arms control or strategic stability. Moscow has not received formal proposals from Washington for a trilateral meeting involving Beijing. Ryabkov emphasized that Russia does not intend to push China into negotiations.
Trump has shown interest in involving China in nuclear arms reduction alongside Russia and the U.S. Last month, he mentioned that Putin raised the possibility of a bilateral nuclear de-escalation, which could later include China. Moscow remains cautious about expanding these discussions.
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Ryabkov’s comments underline Russia’s readiness to maintain dialogue with the U.S. despite stalled agreements. Both sides continue to explore diplomatic channels to manage strategic and security issues.