Sources say the talks have centered on freeing Stephen Hubbard.

The series of recent steps by the president that seem to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his intensifying desire to normalize the relationship with Moscow even if it means further undercutting Ukraine.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tuesday that Iran and Russia have never "worked as closely" together as they are now.

The president recently eased sanctions on Russia, something lawmakers on both sides quickly criticized.

The United States is actively working for the release of a retired American teacher held for four years by Russia, President Donald Trump said Tuesday, confirming the identity of the person Washington has been trying to free.

Russia launched new attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure using ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday, adding that Kyiv again received no early warning of the attack from partner countries that previously shared their intelligence.

The president blamed Ukraine’s leader on lives lost in Russia’s invasion and suggested someone else negotiate on behalf of the country.

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia attacked Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones overnight Monday, killing one person and injuring eight others as well as damaging buildings and infrastructure in three districts, local authorities said.

Iran says its ties with Russia are stronger than ever after a visit by Putin's top envoy, challenging Trump's assertion that Moscow isn't helping Iran in the war.

OSLO/KYIV, Oct 20 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was due on Tuesday in Oslo to meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff, trying to repair ties that have deteriorated this month as President Donald Trump courted Moscow.