Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call on August 12, 2025, to discuss preparations for a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled for August 15 in Anchorage, Alaska. Both diplomats expressed their commitment to ensuring successful talks, with a key focus on a potential peace deal for Ukraine. The Russian Foreign Ministry confirmed the discussion on Telegram, emphasizing a mutual intent for constructive dialogue. This follows earlier meetings, including one in Kuala Lumpur in July, where they discussed similar issues but noted limited progress in Ukraine peace talks.
