The Latest: Putin says ready to meet Trump
QINGDAO, China (AP) — The Latest on Russian President Vladimir Putin's remarks at a summit of the Chinese- and Russian-dominated Shanghai Cooperation Organization in the eastern city of Qingdao (all times local):___3 p.m.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he's happy to meet with President Donald Trump once Washington is ready to hold the summit.
Putin, speaking to reporters in Qingdao, China, where he attended a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, says Trump has voiced concern about a renewed arms race. He says he agrees with that, adding that a thorough discussion is needed to address the issue.
Putin says some nations including Austria have offered to host his summit with Trump.