Kremlin Affirms: Putin-Trump Meeting Postponed, Not Canceled
On Sunday, October 26, the Kremlin officially declared that the meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S.
President Donald Trump was not canceled but merely postponed.
Russian officials emphasized that preparatory work for this significant diplomatic summit is ongoing, and active efforts are underway to organize the meeting.
They pointed out that earlier reports of cancellation were false and noted ongoing efforts to restore dialogue between the two nations.
The preparation process continues, and all parties involved are seeking optimal solutions for a high-level encounter.
However, the actual reasons for the delay and uncertainty are linked to tense political relations and differing interpretations of recent events, which continue to impact diplomatic contacts between Russia and the United States.
Meanwhile, amidst these developments, there is increased discussion of European and global sanctions, which heighten tensions and hamper diplomatic progress.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stressed that Russia aims to maintain friendly relations with all countries, including the U.S., and regards sanctions as unfriendly steps that complicate bilateral ties but do not preclude efforts at reconciliation.
At the same time, Trump confirmed that he canceled the meeting with Putin, stating that the decision was correct because the countries could not reach agreement on the format and topics of discussion.
Overall, these developments leave open questions regarding the future of diplomatic relations between Russia and the U.S., and they contribute to increased international efforts to find diplomatic solutions to ongoing conflicts.