Trump and Putin Meet in Alaska for High-Stakes Talks on Ukraine War
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Trump and Putin Meet in Alaska for High-Stakes Talks on Ukraine Russia War
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, for high-stakes discussions on the war in Ukraine. The meeting, scheduled to last up to seven hours, marks the first standalone summit between the two leaders since 2018 in Helsinki.
The talks aim to explore the possibility of ending the war in Ukraine, with Trump emphasizing the importance of a ceasefire. “I want to see a ceasefire, rapidly. I’m not going to be happy if it’s not today,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One. Putin’s goals for the meeting include potentially lifting sanctions on Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, not invited to the summit, expressed skepticism about the prospects of the talks, stating that Russia hasn’t given any signals it’s ready to end the war. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine is “counting on America” to take a strong position against Russia.
The summit comes as Russian forces continue to make gains in eastern Ukraine, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation. Trump warned of “very severe consequences” for Russia if no progress is made.
The meeting between Trump and Putin is being closely watched, with many Ukrainians worrying that decisions are being made about their country’s future without their participation. The talks may set the stage for a potential follow-up meeting involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
*Key Developments:*
– *Meeting Details*: The summit began at 11:30 am Alaska time, with Trump and Putin discussing the war in Ukraine.
– *Russian Gains*: Russian forces have captured several villages in eastern Ukraine, including Oleksandrohrad and Yablunivka.
– *Sanctions*: Trump warned of “economically severe” sanctions on Russia if no progress is made.
– *Ukraine’s Concerns*: Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine needs new defenses and leadership structures to counter Russian aggression ¹.
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