**US President Trump to Meet Russian Leader in Saudi Arabia**
US President Donald Trump has announced that his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin will take place in Saudi Arabia. The move is part of efforts to negotiate an end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
In a statement, Trump said: “We’ll meet in Saudi Arabia.” This came after he revealed that the two leaders had spoken by telephone and agreed to begin peace talks regarding Ukraine.
**Concerns Over Ukrainian Participation**
The announcement has raised concerns about Kyiv’s role in shaping its own future. The extent of Ukrainian participation in the talks remains unclear. Trump’s approach signals a renewed push to broker a resolution to the ongoing war, but neither the Kremlin nor the White House has provided further details on the timing or agenda of the meeting.
**US to Lead Negotiations**
Trump has instructed a team, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, to lead the negotiations. US Vice President JD Vance and Rubio will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on February 14 to begin official peace negotiations.
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