The Kremlin has dismissed the possibility of a peace summit involving Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky, saying there is “absolutely no point” in meeting without a pre-agreed deal. The position follows reports of a secret visit to Moscow by the CIA chief and warnings of possible new Russian offensives in northern Ukraine. It points to a continued diplomatic stalemate and a hardline Russian approach to negotiations, potentially reducing the prospects for upcoming Trump-Putin talks, particularly in Turkey, and for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire agreement. Market pricing reflects a lower perceived chance of near-term diplomatic breakthroughs. Observers are advised to monitor White House and Kremlin statements, military developments in Ukraine and any announcements about a Trump-Putin meeting elsewhere. The material also offers live prediction-market analysis powered by Vera and invites readers to sign up.