Putin defends meeting Trump and Xi Jinping in China

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed support for a meeting with U.S. and Chinese leaders next month during the APEC summit. He highlighted the importance of discussing the Ukraine crisis and the situation in the Persian Gulf. Putin praised President Trump for his humanitarian efforts regarding the Ukraine conflict and offered to mediate in the Iran situation, citing Russia's longstanding relationship with Tehran. The potential meeting in China is set for November 18-19, with Trump indicating willingness to attend. U.S. diplomacy is considering the summit amid Ukrainian concerns about its implications for Moscow's actions.