North America
Putin
‘Put Up or Shut Up’ – Trump Sets a Nice Table for Putin in Alaska: Suspended Sanctions and Rare Earths Propositions
US Treasury puts a brief hold on certain sanctions for summit with Putin in Alaska, tempts Moscow with a share of the rare minerals deal that Trump struck with Ukraine, in order to stop the invasion.
Aug. 14, 2025
Poland
Trump Sidelines Poland’s PM in Ukraine Talks – and Picks a President Who Backs His Play
In a surprise move just days before the Trump-Putin summit, the White House swapped out pro-EU PM Tusk for Poland’s new president – a political ally who once opposed Ukraine’s NATO and EU bids.
Aug. 14, 2025
Trump
Anchorage Test: Doubts Swirl Over Sincerity of Trump-Putin Rendezvous
Alaskan state senator told Kyiv Post that talks “without Ukraine at the table” are unjust. Ex-military officer warns Trump “is more interested in winning Nobel Peace Prize” than he is in making peace,
Aug. 14, 2025
Putin
Trump Suggests ‘Severe Consequences’ for Russia if Peace Talks Fail
The US president now frames his upcoming talks with Putin on Friday as a preliminary conversation to determine the next steps – including a potential meeting where everyone can “get things done.”
Aug. 13, 2025
Zelensky
Europe Hints at ‘Common Ground’ After Coordination Calls
Germany’s chancellor also said Kyiv needs security guarantees and a ceasefire before settlement talks, following Wednesday’s coordination call ahead of Friday’s Trump-Putin meeting.
Aug. 13, 2025
Putin
‘Fake News!’ – Trump Blasts Media on Upcoming Alaska Meeting Coverage
In a social media update, the US president lambasted the media for its recent criticisms ahead of his meeting with Putin, following his suggestion that Kyiv’s concessions might be on the table.
Aug. 13, 2025
Trump
‘Nexus of Diplomacy’ – Trump’s Alaska Gamble With Putin Faces Skepticism
From Washington to Brussels, the Anchorage meeting is seen as either a bold gamble for peace or a dangerous game of concessions, with the future of Ukraine hanging in the balance.
Aug. 13, 2025
Zelensky
‘His Personal Victory’ – Zelensky Sours On Trump-Putin Alaska Talks
Uninvited to the summit and unwilling to cede Donbas, Ukraine’s leader worries that Putin has “postponed sanctions” with the US visit and could be coming back into Trump’s good graces.
Aug. 13, 2025
Trump
‘We’re Not Negotiating’ – US Officials Lower Expectations for Trump–Putin Summit
State Department and White House briefing stress the purpose of the Anchorage meeting is to “see what’s possible,” not to forge a peace deal.
Aug. 12, 2025
US
Kremlin’s Brutality Documented: US Rights Report Details Russian Atrocities in Ukraine, Internal Repression
The Trump administration’s 2024 human rights report highlights Russia’s alleged execution-style killings, sexual violence, forced child deportations in Ukraine, and rising repression in Russia.
Aug. 12, 2025
Zelensky
‘Important Diplomatic Steps’ – Yermak and Rubio Lay Framework for Alaska
“We coordinated positions ahead of important diplomatic steps planned for this week,” Zelensky’s right-hand man wrote on social media about his call with the US top diplomat.
Aug. 12, 2025
Zelensky
‘There’ll Be Some Swapping’ – Trump Says He Plans to ‘Test’ Putin as EU Engages Ukraine
“We’re going to see what he has in mind and if it’s a fair deal, I’ll reveal it to the European Union leaders and to NATO leaders and also to President Zelensky,” Trump said.
Aug. 12, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Delay Tactic’ – Trump’s ‘Contradictory’ Ukraine Strategy Yields a ‘Predicament,’ Says Former US Ambassador
John Herbst, former US envoy to Kyiv, warns of ‘land-swapping’ danger, tells Kyiv Post that Trump’s rush to a summit with Putin shows the administration has ‘jumped the gun’ and is on the defensive.
Aug. 12, 2025
Putin
Trump Fumbles, Says He’ll Go to Russia – Not Alaska – to Meet Putin
If Trump were to make it to Russia, it would be his first trip to Russia as a sitting US president, following earlier visits during his business career before entering politics.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2025
Zelensky
‘Done With Funding of Ukraine War,’ Says Vance. But US NATO Envoy Suggests Zelensky Could Join Alaska Talks
“I certainly think it’s possible,” NATO ambassador says about Ukrainian presence at Trump-Putin summit. Meanwhile Vice President Vance says the days of US funding Ukraine’s defense are over.
Aug. 11, 2025
Putin
‘He Let Putin Walk Across Red Line’ – Trump’s Russia Strategy Divides Washington
Senators Shaheen and Graham clash over Trump’s Ukraine policy, underscoring a debate on whether peace lies in tough sanctions or unconventional diplomacy.
Aug. 10, 2025
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