Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin may attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup scheduled to be held in the United States. During a public announcement, Trump displayed a photo of himself with Putin from their summit in Alaska, which Putin had sent to him. Trump stated that Putin's attendance would depend on developments, particularly regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and suggested that the situation could become clearer within the next two weeks. Trump also indicated that he might formally invite Putin to the event if circumstances improve. According to Trump, Putin has expressed a strong desire to attend the tournament. This potential visit comes amid ongoing tensions due to the war in Ukraine, and Putin remains suspended from FIFA and UEFA. The 2026 World Cup is a major international sporting event hosted across North America, with the United States as one of the host countries.