US President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday that he will hold a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary. The announcement followed a phone conversation between the two leaders, which Trump described as “very productive.” The primary focus of their discussion was the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, with both leaders aiming to explore pathways toward resolution. Additionally, they delved into the potential for future trade relations between the United States and Russia once the conflict subsides. Trump expressed optimism about the progress made during their call, stating, “I believe great progress was made with today’s telephone conversation.” The upcoming meeting in Budapest is expected to further solidify diplomatic efforts to address the crisis and potentially pave the way for economic collaboration.