“The main reason is the poor state of relations between our two countries, the critical level of these relations,” the TV channel quoted him as saying.
The meeting in Geneva is the only way to "prevent further degradation of the dialogue," the Kremlin spokesman said.
The venue of the summit in Geneva will be the Villa La Grange, the presidents will communicate both face-to-face and with the participation of members of delegations and assistants.
According to CNN, the leaders may not hold a joint press conference following the meeting.