Russia claims it is ready to resume trilateral talks on Ukraine

Vladimir Putin and Steve Witkoff discussed the Ukraine war and potential negotiations for a security system during a nearly three-hour conversation. Moscow is reportedly ready to resume trilateral talks in early November. Witkoff suggested that US President Donald Trump would welcome such a declaration. Putin also mentioned the release of American Stephen Hubbard, which was influenced by Trump's request and Hubbard's health condition. Witkoff expressed gratitude for the decision during a televised meeting.