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‘Very Nervous’ – Oil Prices Rise Ahead of US-Russia Summit
As Wall Street frets about inflation figures, oil traders are watching Anchorage closely for signs about the future of sanctions on Russia.
Aug. 15, 2025
China
OPINION: China, Trump, and the Alaska Trap: Why Ukraine Must Beware the Illusions of Peace
As the US and Russia bargain over Ukraine’s future, Beijing’s rare earth ambitions – and Europe’s strategic complacency – could spell a geopolitical windfall for China.
Aug. 15, 2025
Europe
Trump Plans Follow-Up Summit With Putin, Zelensky, European Leaders After Alaska Talks
Trump says a second meeting with Putin, Zelensky, and possibly European leaders could follow the Alaska summit – but cautions there’s only a 25% chance of success for Friday’s talks.
Updated: Aug. 15, 2025
Ukraine
‘We Have Sacrificed Too Much’ – Ukrainians Defiant Ahead of Friday’s Alaska Talks
Land or peace? As the US and Russia are rumored to discuss plans to carve up Ukraine in a bid to end Moscow’s invasion, Kyiv Post reached out to locals on the streets of Kyiv to gauge their reaction
Aug. 14, 2025
Europe
‘Trap’ in Alaska? Europe Fears ‘Disastrous’ Outcome as Putin Looks to Drive Wedge Between Allies
A former Lithuanian ambassador cautions that Putin is using charm and misinformation to manipulate the US and get the West to pay for a deal it didn’t create.
Aug. 14, 2025
Trump
Long-Term Ukraine Peace Will Take Time, Warns Rubio as Trump Eyes ‘25% Chance’ of Summit Failure
The top US diplomat has cautioned that while a breakthrough at the Alaska summit could bring a halt to the fighting, a lasting resolution to the war will require more time and negotiation.
Aug. 14, 2025
Putin
Putin Likely to Lecture Trump on His Version of Ukrainian History in Alaska – Kyiv
Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation claimed the Russian leader is planning to lecture his US counterpart in Alaska on history in a bid to justify his invasion of Ukraine.
Aug. 14, 2025
Ukraine
‘We Have Sacrificed Too Much’ – Ukrainians Defiant Ahead of Friday’s Alaska Talks
Trump and Putin meet Aug. 15 in Alaska to discuss Ukraine peace; Russia may push Kyiv to cede Donetsk. Kyiv residents share views on possible concessions.
Aug. 14, 2025
Europe
Alaska Summit: Will Europe’s Voice be Heard?
Ahead of Friday’s Alaska summit with Putin, Trump discussed possible Ukraine peace terms with European leaders, including a front-line ceasefire and security guarantees. Media doubt success.
Aug. 14, 2025
France
Europe’s ‘Coalition of the Willing’ Reiterates Ukraine Security Guarantees Following Zelensky-Trump Talks
European leaders on Wednesday renewed calls for “robust and credible” security guarantees for Ukraine, potentially including foreign troop deployments – but only if a ceasefire is reached.
Aug. 14, 2025
Putin
Russia Unveils Details of Friday’s Alaska Trump–Putin Talks
Moscow said the meeting would take place at 11:30 a.m. at an air base in Anchorage, starting with an in-person meeting between the heads of state before expanding to their delegations.
Aug. 14, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Putin Surfs Into Alaska
From Moscow’s View: Not to Compromise, But to Gloat
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
OPINION: Trump vs Putin in Alaska: Face Down the Monster or Feed Him
Americans know Putin is a monster, and they know a partnership with Ukraine can stop that monster. History will remember whether Trump stood up to him or cowered.
Aug. 13, 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