Bangladesh, Aug. 7 -- In a move that could significantly impact the geopolitical landscape, Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a potential venue for a highly anticipated in-person meeting with US President Donald Trump. The proposal follows behind-the-scenes diplomatic activity, including a visit to Moscow by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, and signals a renewed willingness on both sides to reopen direct lines of communication amid persistent global tensions.

Speaking to reporters in Moscow on August 7, following high-level discussions with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Putin stated that the UAE is “one of the quite suitable places” for a potential summit. R...