U.S. and Russian leaders have had multiple phone calls; Trump rarely listened seriously to Putin's statements.

"The U.S. and Russian leaders have had multiple phone calls, and even Trump, who is usually eager to interrupt, will listen carefully."

After U.S. President's special envoy Witkowsky met with Russian President Putin, it was reported that the U.S. and Russian leaders would meet.

Has Trump's promise to facilitate a ceasefire finally come "late but on time"?

"Hope remains slim," wrote The Wall Street Journal on August 8.

Analysts pointed out that how to deal with Putin, the sincerity of the Russian side in ceasing fire, and whether to abandon the peace process if the talks fail are all challenges facing Trump.

Several U.S. government officials also revealed details of multiple calls between the U.S. and Russian leaders. They described Putin as clear-minded and talkative, while Trump, who is usually impatient and likes to interrupt, would listen attentively to Putin's speech at this time.

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