US EditionPoland's Tusk says he feels fear and hope before Trump-Putin talks
POLAND, AUG 11 – Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk expresses cautious optimism and concern about the Alaska summit as European leaders emphasize unity and pressure on Russia to secure peace in Ukraine.
- On Aug. 11, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he felt a mixture of fear and hope and stated `The American side has promised that it will consult with European partners on its position before the meeting in Alaska`.
- This coming week in Alaska, U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Vladimir Putin amid Russia's roughly 20% occupation of Ukraine, with demands for land swaps and troop withdrawals.
- Amid transatlantic talks, U.S. Vice President JD Vance met British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in London on Aug. 9, and EU ambassadors were briefed the next day, with EU foreign ministers set to meet virtually on Aug. 11.
- Amid cautious backing, French, Italian, German, Polish, British, Finnish and European Commission leaders welcomed Trump's efforts but stressed pressure on Russia and security guarantees for Kyiv.
- Warning future risks, Poland's Tusk said `state borders cannot be changed by force`, emphasizing the need for genuine peace to prevent Russia's resurgence.
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Washington Pledges to Consult Europe Before Trump–Putin Alaska Summit, Says Tusk
Washington has promised to consult with its European partners ahead of the upcoming summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on August 11. Speaking at a press conference, Tusk expressed a mixture of fear and hope about the war in Ukraine, as he awaited the outcome of the talks between the two leaders, scheduled for August 15 in Alaska. Speaking at a press conference, Tusk …
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