Lavrov confirms Putin-Trump meet on track, says 'Alaska deal must move forward'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has revealed new details of his talks with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, slamming CNN and Western media for spreading “lies” about the Trump–Putin summit. Lavrov said Moscow remains fully committed to the Anchorage peace framework, rejecting claims that Russia’s stance has hardened. He confirmed both nations are preparing a new summit in Budapest, emphasizing that “long-term, stable peace” remains the joint goal. Lavrov’s fiery statement comes as global tensions rise and Washington insiders debate Trump’s next move with the Kremlin.