Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke by telephone on 12 August, discussing preparations for a summit between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump that is scheduled to take place in Alaska on 15 August, according to statements from both governments. The Russian Foreign Ministry said the conversation covered "certain aspects" of the upcoming meeting and that both diplomats reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the summit’s success. A U.S. State Department spokesperson confirmed the call and echoed Moscow’s assessment that the two sides are focused on organising a productive encounter. Officials did not disclose further details of the agenda. The Alaska summit will be the latest high-level contact between Washington and Moscow, with both capitals emphasising the need for a constructive dialogue.