Trump and Putin shake hands in Alaska before their summit on the war in Ukraine
The summit focused on ending the Ukraine war with Trump seeking a ceasefire and Putin aiming to secure territorial gains and block Ukraine's NATO membership.
- On Friday in Anchorage, Alaska, President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin shook hands warmly before a high-stakes summit on the 3-1/2-year-old war in Ukraine.
- The summit aims to explore ceasefire possibilities amid continued Russian aggression, with Putin open to a full ceasefire pending verification and Trump pushing for rapid peace talks.
- Trump emphasized mutual respect with Putin, described him as experienced, and welcomed Putin bringing businesspeople while warning of severe economic consequences if talks fail.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, who was left out of the talks, emphasized the need for inclusive negotiations and firmly opposed any territorial compromises, while doubts remain about Putin’s genuine commitment to reaching a sincere agreement.
- The summit’s outcome could shape the future of the conflict and influence international relations, as investors and governments watch closely for signs of a credible peace deal.
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