<h1>US President plans summit with Russia amid Ukraine conflict, sanctions threat under review</h1> The US President announced plans to meet soon with the Russian President to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, marking the first potential US-Russia summit since 2021. Despite this initiative, Ukrainian forces remain skeptical about a diplomatic resolution, citing significant differences between Russia and Ukraine on peace terms and ongoing intense fighting along multiple fronts. The US has threatened additional sanctions and tariffs targeting countries purchasing Russian oil if Russia does not move toward peace. Meanwhile, the Russian President has engaged in multiple calls with international leaders, possibly to coordinate allies ahead of the proposed summit. Analysts suggest Russia aims to outlast Western pressure rather than genuinely pursue peace. The US President indicated willingness to meet without Ukraine's direct involvement, raising concerns about Ukraine's role in negotiations. The situation remains fluid with no guarantee that the proposed meeting will halt hostilities.