Negotiations for a potential peace summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are heating up, with the White House considering Budapest as a possible location for the talks. The discussions have been encouraged by former President Donald Trump, who has voiced his hopes for a face-to-face meeting between the two leaders. While Trump claims to have spoken with Putin about arranging a trilateral meeting, Moscow has remained noncommittal on the specifics of the proposal. Both leaders have signaled a willingness to engage in direct dialogue following recent interactions, although the Kremlin’s response to Trump’s overtures has been tepid. European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, are also weighing in, suggesting alternative venues for the negotiations. As the diplomatic stakes rise, the international community watches closely to see if these talks can truly pave the way for an end to the ongoing conflict.