Milan, Aug. 14 (LaPresse) – The Trump administration "is making, in my view, rather energetic and sincere efforts to end hostilities, resolve the crisis, and reach agreements that are in the interest of all parties involved in this conflict. In order to create conditions for long-term peace between our countries, in Europe, and around the world." This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a preparatory meeting ahead of the Russia–U.S. summit scheduled for Friday in Alaska, according to Russian news agencies.