Trump says he plans to speak with Putin by phone this week or next

US President Donald Trump expects to hold a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin either this week or at the beginning of next week, Report informs via TASS.

"Yes, it will happen," he told reporters on Tuesday, referring to a possible phone call with the Russian leader, adding that it may happen "this week or early next week."

Trump also assured that he is committed to resolving the conflict in Ukraine.

On September 7, the US president stated that he expected to speak with the Russian leader in the coming days.

On September 4, Trump also indicated that he planned to have a conversation with Putin in the near future.