The Kremlin has confirmed that contacts between Russian and U.S. agencies have intensified recently, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. These interactions involve various departments but specific details about the discussions were not disclosed. Peskov's statement comes amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the situation in Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump has mentioned that his administration is engaged in talks with Russian authorities about ending the war in Ukraine, though he did not confirm personal communications with Russian President Vladimir Putin.