US President Donald Trump told reporters he will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the coming days.

The announcement came on 7 September at Andrews Air Force Base, where Trump stated he would address “the Russia-Ukraine situation” and expressed confidence that his administration would resolve the conflict.

“Very soon. Over the next couple of days. Look, we’re going to get it done. The Russia-Ukraine situation. We’re going to get it done,” Trump said, CNN reports.

Trump expressed clear frustration with the escalation of Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.

“I am not thrilled with what’s happening there,” the president said of Russia’s attacks. “I believe we’re going to get it settled. But I am not happy with them. I’m not happy with anything having to do with that war.”

US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellog warned that Russia does not appear to be willing to end the war through diplomatic means.

He shared a video from Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko showing the damaged interior of the government’s headquarters in Kyiv.

Svyrydenko urgently called on international partners to provide stronger air defense systems and tougher sanctions.

“History shows events can escalate out of control through actions as these. The attack was not a signal that Russia wants to diplomatically end this war,” Kellogg wrote.

Trump also indicated that European leaders would visit the White House early this week, suggesting these meetings could contribute to addressing the war resolution.

These statements came after Trump signaled his administration’s readiness to implement a second phase of sanctions against Russia. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced the United States’ willingness to increase pressure on Russia, contingent on European support for such measures.