Kremlin Denies Dispute Between Putin and Lavrov Over Trump Meeting
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov dismissed reports claiming a conflict between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, regarding the cancellation of a proposed meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Hungary.
Cancellation of Trump-Putin Summit
The planned Trump-Putin summit was canceled after a preparatory call between Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed little chance of progress on peace in Ukraine, especially no ceasefire as demanded by the White House.
Context of the Conflict and Diplomacy Efforts
- Trump met Putin in Alaska in August, trying to mediate peace in Ukraine.
- Despite diplomatic efforts, Russia has continued and intensified attacks on Ukraine, causing frustration for Trump.
- The U.S. president aims to end the war using economic sanctions and diplomacy, with the Budapest meeting seen as a key opportunity.
Official Clarifications
“There is nothing true in these reports,” Peskov said, according to the state news agency TASS. “Of course, Lavrov continues to serve as foreign minister.”
Lavrov’s Absence from Security Council Meeting
Lavrov was absent from a recent in-person Security Council meeting of permanent members where Putin requested a report on preparations for nuclear tests if the U.S. takes specific actions.
An unnamed source told Kommersant that Lavrov chose to be absent despite being a permanent council member.
Summary: The Kremlin refutes claims of a rift between Putin and Lavrov over a canceled Trump meeting, emphasizing continued diplomatic roles despite tensions over Ukraine peace talks.
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